When Real GDP Grows More Slowly Than Potential GDP

question 120

Multiple Choice

When real GDP grows more slowly than potential GDP,

• A) nominal GDP rises.
• B) the unemployment rate falls.
• C) labor productivity falls.
• D) the unemployment rate rises.

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