Which of the Following Would Be Most Likely to Cause

question 193

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be most likely to cause a reduction in current aggregate demand in the United States?

• A) Increased business optimism about the future.
• B) The economies of key trading partners fall into a recession.
• C) A sharp increase in the value of stocks owned by Americans.
• D) An increase in the expected rate of inflation.

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Equity securities that represent ownership in a company, giving holders voting rights and a share in the company's profits through dividends.

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Referring to a total that increases by adding successive amounts.