Which of the Following Best Describes Why the Aggregate Demand

question 55

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes why the aggregate demand curve slopes downward?

• A) If the central bank observes a high rate of inflation, the monetary policy rule dictates an increase in the real interest rate. The high interest rate reduces output by reducing investment demand in the economy.
• B) If the central bank observes a low rate of inflation, the monetary policy rule dictates an increase in the real interest rate. The high interest rate reduces output by reducing investment demand in the economy.
• C) If the central bank observes a high rate of inflation, the monetary policy rule dictates a decrease in the real interest rate. The low interest rate increases output by reducing investment demand in the economy.
• D) If the central bank observes a low rate of inflation, the monetary policy rule dictates a decrease in the real interest rate. The low interest rate reduces output by reducing investment demand in the economy.
• E) None of these answers are correct.

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