Suppose in a Given Economy, We Start at Point a as Shown

question 157

Multiple Choice

Suppose in a given economy, we start at Point A as shown in the figure. If the Fed engages in an expansionary monetary policy, what would you expect to happen in the short run?

• A) Aggregate supply will decrease because of higher wages.
• B) Aggregate demand will decrease because of lower interest rates.
• C) Aggregate demand will increase because of lower interest rates.
• D) The economy will move along the AD curve to a lower inflation rate.

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