When Aggregate Demand Declines, Many Firms May Reduce Employment Rather

question 51

Multiple Choice

When aggregate demand declines, many firms may reduce employment rather than wages because wage reductions may

• A)reduce per-unit production costs.
• B)reduce worker morale and work effort and thus lower productivity.
• C)increase the firms' cost of raising financial capital.
• D)reduce the demands for their products.

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