A Decline in Interest Rates Leads to a Sharp Increase

question 53

Multiple Choice

A decline in interest rates leads to a sharp increase in consumption and investment. The general price level in the economy also increases. This is an example of:

• A) demand pull inflation.
• B) cost push inflation.
• C) stagflation.
• D) deflation.

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