Why Is the Aggregate Demand Curve Downward Sloping

question 257

Multiple Choice

Why is the aggregate demand curve downward sloping?

• A) because the more people buy, the fewer additional purchases they need
• B) because people buy something else when the price goes up
• C) because people feel poorer and buy less when prices go up
• D) because the more people wish to consume, the lower the price is

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