Stagflation Is Generally Caused By

question 8

Multiple Choice

Stagflation is generally caused by:

• A)an increase in aggregate demand.
• B)a decrease in aggregate demand.
• C)an increase in aggregate supply.
• D)a decrease in aggregate supply.
• E)a low rate of interest.

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