Figure: Two SRAS Curves Reference: Ref 13-5 (Figure: Two

question 132

Multiple Choice

Figure: Two SRAS Curves Reference: Ref 13-5 (Figure: Two SRAS Curves) Referring to these two SRAS curves, which of the following is TRUE of Point A?

• A) The actual inflation rate is 5 percent and the expected inflation rate is 3 percent.
• B) The actual inflation rate is 3 percent and the expected inflation rate is 5 percent.
• C) The actual inflation rate and the expected inflation rate are both 3 percent.
• D) The actual inflation rate and the expected inflation rate are both 5 percent.

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