The Rational Expectations Hypothesis Is Based on the Assumption That

question 268

Multiple Choice

The rational expectations hypothesis is based on the assumption that

• A) individuals combine effects of past policy actions with their own judgment about future policy effects and changes when forming their expectations.
• B) individuals adapt in response to past policy actions and changes without looking ahead when forming their expectations.
• C) firms pay above equilibrium wages to their employees.
• D) most firms operate in a less than competitive environment.

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