Using Monetary Policy to Help Close a Recessionary Gap

question 23

Multiple Choice

Using monetary policy to help close a recessionary gap

• A) shifts the aggregate supply curve to the left.
• B) is ineffective if the short-run aggregate supply curve is close to horizontal.
• C) requires that people not spend excess money balances to ensure falling wages and prices.
• D) leads to increased unemployment unless price levels rise.
• E) has inflationary consequences if the short-run aggregate supply curve is very steep.

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