The Figure Shows Planned Aggregate Expenditure and Output for an Economy

question 42

Multiple Choice

The figure shows planned aggregate expenditure and output for an economy. Suppose that the economy's output is Y₂. This level of GDP would be considered:

• A) inflationary.
• B) recessionary.
• C) a long-run level of output.
• D) unsustainable over time.

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