Which of the Following Best Describes Stagflation

question 144

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes stagflation?

• A) rising unemployment together with economic growth
• B) deflation coupled with a decline in money supply
• C) deficits coupled with rising unemployment
• D) rising unemployment and high inflation rates
• E) inflation coupled with balance of trade deficits

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