Which of the Following Is Considered a 'Supply Shock

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is considered a 'supply shock'?

• A) The increasing investment in the economy causing the capital stock to rise
• B) An unexpected large increase in the price of natural gas
• C) A decline in wages
• D) An improvement in technology

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