Which of the Following Statements About Stagflation Is the Most

question 67

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about stagflation is the most accurate?

• A)It is believed to be caused by a leftward shift in the short-run aggregate supply curve.
• B)It is believed to be caused by a period of rising prices and higher economic growth.
• C)It is characterized by deflation and an expansionary gap.
• D)It is characterized by a period of higher economic growth and lower prices.

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