If Workers and Firms Expect That Inflation Will Be 3

question 124

Multiple Choice

If workers and firms expect that inflation will be 3 percent next year,and real wages are not changing over time,by how much will nominal wages increase?

• A)3 percent
• B)more than 3 percent
• C)less than 3 percent
• D)depends on actual inflation for next year

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