If the SRAS Curve Intersects the AD Curve to the Left

question 88

Multiple Choice

If the SRAS curve intersects the AD curve to the left of Natural Real GDP,the economy is

• A) in a recessionary gap.
• B) at Natural Real GDP.
• C) in an inflationary gap.
• D) at full-employment Real GDP.

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