The Gap That Exists When Equilibrium Real GDP Is Less

question 50

Multiple Choice

The gap that exists when equilibrium real GDP is less than full-employment real GDP is

• A) the short-run aggregate supply curve.
• B) money illusion.
• C) a recessionary gap.
• D) an inflationary gap.

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