If the SRAS Curve Intersects the AD Curve to the Left

question 88

Multiple Choice

If the SRAS curve intersects the AD curve to the left of Natural Real GDP,the economy is

• A) in a recessionary gap.
• B) at Natural Real GDP.
• C) in an inflationary gap.
• D) at full-employment Real GDP.

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Definitions:

Normal Rate

Often refers to a benchmark interest rate considered typical or average within an economic environment or financial product.

Economic Profit

The difference between total revenues and total economic costs (including both explicit and implicit costs), reflecting the additional income generated over and above the opportunity costs.

Normal Rate

A standard or typical rate used as a benchmark or point of reference, often in contexts like interest rates or economic growth rates.

Short Run

A period in which at least one input (such as plant size, machinery) is fixed and cannot be changed by the firm.