Which of the Following Shocks Is Most Likely to Cause

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following shocks is most likely to cause an expansion?

• A) An upward spike in oil prices.
• B) An increase in autonomous consumption spending.
• C) A significant decline in business equipment spending.
• D) A sudden increase in the interest rate.
• E) A significant decline in exports.

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