If the Natural Rate Hypothesis Is Accepted, Then the Phillips

question 72

Multiple Choice

If the natural rate hypothesis is accepted, then the Phillips curve would:

• A) have a positive slope.
• B) have a negative slope.
• C) be a horizontal line.
• D) be a vertical line.

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