Economists Need Different Models of the Economy Because

question 155

Multiple Choice

Economists need different models of the economy because

• A) the economy behaves differently depending on how much time has passed after a demand shock.
• B) we need a different model to analyze a positive demand shock than we need to analyze a negative demand shock.
• C) the way economic performance is measured changes over time.
• D) prices tend to be less flexible over time.

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Public Education

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