Which of the Following Situations Generally Exists When Deflation Occurs

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following situations generally exists when deflation occurs?

• A) Inflation and unemployment are both decreasing.
• B) The price level is decreasing.
• C) The rate of inflation is falling.
• D) The natural rate of unemployment is zero.
• E) Inflation and unemployment are both increasing.

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