Economists Who Have Studied the Phillips Curve Have Concluded That

question 27

Multiple Choice

Economists who have studied the Phillips curve have concluded that it can shift due to all of the following EXCEPT

• A) demand shccks.
• B) supply shocks.
• C) changes in household expectations of inflation.
• D) changes in firms' expectations of inflation.

Recognize the contributions of key sociological theorists to the field.

Distinguish between qualitative and quantitative research methods in sociology.

Identify the difference between personal troubles and social issues.

Understand the concept of positivism and its origin.

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Definitions:

Involuntary Learning

The process of learning that occurs without the intention to learn, often reflexively or as a result of exposure to stimuli.

Automatic Learning

The unconscious assimilation of knowledge or skills through exposure and practice without explicit effort.

Unconditioned Stimulus

A stimulus that naturally triggers a response without the need for prior learning.

Unconditioned Response

An instinctive response to a stimulus that happens automatically, without the need for prior learning or conditioning.