Figure 23-2 -Refer to Figure 23-2.Suppose That the Level of GDP Associated

question 18

Multiple Choice

Figure 23-2
-Refer to Figure 23-2.Suppose that the level of GDP associated with point N is potential GDP.If the U.S.economy is currently at point K,

• A)firms are operating above capacity.
• B)the economy is at full employment.
• C)the economy is in recession.
• D)the level of unemployment is equal to the natural rate.

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