Use the Following Phillips Curve Equation to Answer This Question

question 15

Multiple Choice

Use the following Phillips curve equation to answer this question: πt - πt₋₁ = (m + z) - αut.Which of the following will cause an increase in the natural rate of unemployment?

• A)a reduction in m
• B)an increase in z
• C)an increase in α
• D)a reduction in expected inflation
• E) none of the above

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