An Increase in the Price Level Results in A(n)________ in the Quantity

question 242

Multiple Choice

An increase in the price level results in a(n) ________ in the quantity of real GDP demanded because ________.

• A)decrease; a higher price level reduces consumption,investment,and net exports.
• B)increase; a higher price level reduces consumption,investment,and net exports.
• C)decrease; a higher price level increases consumption,investment,and net exports.
• D)increase; a higher price level increases consumption,investment,and net exports.

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