In the Augmented Model of the Phillips Curve,which of the Following

question 163

Multiple Choice

In the augmented model of the Phillips curve,which of the following factors does NOT affect inflation?

• A) productivity growth
• B) inflationary expectations
• C) trade balance
• D) initial location of the short-run Phillips curve

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