When the Actual Rate of Inflation Is Less Than the Expected

question 57

Multiple Choice

When the actual rate of inflation is less than the expected rate,

• A)the unemployment rate will temporarily rise.
• B)firms will increase their output to recoup their falling profits.
• C)the unemployment rate will temporarily fall.
• D)firms will experience rising profits and thus increase their employment.

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