Based on Our Understanding of the Wage- Setting Equation, Which

question 49

Multiple Choice

Based on our understanding of the wage- setting equation, which of the following will not cause a decrease in the nominal wage?

• A) A decrease in expected productivity.
• B) An increase in unemployment.
• C) A decrease in unemployment benefits.
• D) A decrease in the expected price level.
• E) An increase in the minimum wage.

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