The Main Determinant of How Quickly Expected Inflation Adjusts to Changes

question 7

Multiple Choice

The main determinant of how quickly expected inflation adjusts to changes in monetary policy is

• A)the slope of the Phillips curve.
• B)the slope of the short-run aggregate supply curve.
• C)the credibility of the Central Bank.
• D)the degree of indexation in the economy.

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Definitions:

Strong Association

A term indicating a high level of correlation between two variables, suggesting that changes in one are closely linked to changes in the other.

Nonlinear

Referring to a relationship or equation that does not form a straight line when graphed, often indicating a more complex relationship between variables.

Negative

In mathematics, a negative number is a real number that is less than zero.

Strong

describes a high degree of intensity, validity, or force.