Suppose That the Economy Is in a Position of Short-Run

question 25

Multiple Choice

Suppose that the economy is in a position of short-run equilibrium at a point where real GDP is below the full-employment level. Assuming no further change in aggregate demand and self-correction, the movement to a new long-run equilibrium includes a decrease in which of the following?

• A) The unemployment rate.
• B) The price level (CPI).
• C) The level of nominal wages and salaries.
• D) All of the above.

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Vertical Analysis

A method in financial statement analysis where each entry for the three major categories (assets, liabilities, and equity) in a balance sheet is represented as a proportion of the total account.

Price-Earnings Ratio

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Market Price

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