The Main Reason Why the Economy's Aggregate Supply Curve Slopes

question 136

Multiple Choice

The main reason why the economy's aggregate supply curve slopes upward is that

• A)as the price level rises, businesses incur additional costs.
• B)businesses typically purchase labor and other inputs under long-term contracts that fix the cost of the input in money terms.
• C)as the price level rises, workers have higher real wages to spend for additional consumer goods.
• D)All of the above are correct.

Grasp the impact of monetary policy on international trade.

Know the historical evolution and differentiation of banking institutions.

Comprehend the operational mechanics of banks including reserve requirements.

Recognize the various interest rates relevant in the banking ecosystem.

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Definitions:

Monetary Policy

The method used by a country's monetary authority to regulate the amount of money in circulation, typically aiming at a specific inflation or interest rate to promote economic stability and expansion.

Lender Of Last Resort

An institution, typically a country's central bank, that offers loans to banks or other financial institutions that are experiencing financial difficulty or are considered highly risky.

Open-Market Purchase

The buying of government securities by the central bank from the market to increase the money supply and decrease the interest rate.

Store Of Value

An asset that can be saved, retrieved, and exchanged in the future without significantly losing value.