The Evolution of Macroeconomic Theory

question 21

Multiple Choice

The evolution of macroeconomic theory

• A)usually precedes and causes major macroeconomic events.
• B)usually is in reaction to major macroeconomic events.
• C)is evenly divided between causing and reacting to major macroeconomic events.
• D)proceeds rather independently of major macroeconomic events.

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