Other Things Constant, an Increase in the Real Interest Rate

question 166

Multiple Choice

Other things constant, an increase in the real interest rate will

• A) cause consumers to reduce their purchases of durable items like appliances and automobiles.
• B) induce businesses to increase their level of investment.
• C) make borrowing money more attractive.
• D) increase the natural rate of unemployment.

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