When the U

question 137

Multiple Choice

When the U.S.aggregate demand curve shifted to the left during the Great Depression:

• A) tax rates decreased.
• B) real gross domestic product (GDP) increased.
• C) the price level increased.
• D) the money supply increased.
• E) real GDP decreased.

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Market Value

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