If Real GDP Is Decreasing

question 276

Multiple Choice

If real GDP is decreasing,

• A)GDP must be increasing.
• B)GDP must be decreasing.
• C)prices must also be decreasing.
• D)employment in the economy must be increasing.
• E)None of the choices are correct.

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