(Figure: Aggregate Expenditure Model 0) the Figure Shows a Recession

question 58

Multiple Choice

(Figure: Aggregate Expenditure Model 0) The figure shows a recession in the aggregate expenditure model. The full employment level of output is assumed to be $4,000. At lower levels of output, the economy is in a recession. Equilibrium in the aggregate expenditure model may occur below full employment. In Keynes's view, because the economy is at equilibrium at _____, it will remain _____ absent corrective policy measures.

• A) $3000; below full employment
• B) $4000; at full employment
• C) $3000; at full employment
• D) $4000; below full employment

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