If the Level of Current Output Is Below the Potential

question 38

Multiple Choice

If the level of current output is below the potential level of output, central bankers would:

• A)Lower the real interest rate
• B)Raise the real interest rate
• C)Keep the real interest rate constant and focus on only changing the nominal interest rate
• D)Attempt to shift the aggregate expenditures curve

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