The Dilemma Facing the Bank of Canada in the Event

question 7

Multiple Choice

The dilemma facing the Bank of Canada in the event that an unfavourable supply shock moves the economy away from the natural rate of output is that monetary policy can either return output to the natural rate but with a _____ price level or allow the price level to return to its original level but with a _____ level of output in the short run.

• A)higher; higher
• B)higher; lower
• C)lower; lower
• D)lower; higher

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Definitions:

Administrative Expenses

The costs related to the general administration of a business, such as salaries of senior executives, accounting, human resources, and information technology.

President's Salaries

Compensation or wage paid to the president of a company, often reflecting their role's responsibility and level of professional experience.

Depreciation

The planned allocation of a physical asset's cost over the time it remains useful.

Merchandising Business

A type of business that purchases finished goods and sells them to consumers, typically at a retail level.