When the Aggregate Expenditures Model Shows an Equilibrium Below the Natural

question 84

Multiple Choice

When the aggregate expenditures model shows an equilibrium below the natural rate of output, the country's economy:

• A) is experiencing inflation.
• B) has an unemployment problem.
• C) has had an increase in savings.
• D) has some positive unplanned inventory investment.

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