Multiple Choice
Why did many economists during the 1960s and 1970s believe that expansionary macroeconomic policy that resulted in inflation would reduce the rate of unemployment?
A) They failed to realize that the expansionary policy would stimulate aggregate demand.
B) They failed to realize that the expansionary policy would reduce real interest rates.
C) They failed to incorporate expectations into their analysis.
D) They thought that money growth would simply lead to a proportional increase in the price level.
Correct Answer:

Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q105: During the 1960s, most economists believed that
Q106: The view that individuals weigh all available
Q107: If the index of leading indicators and
Q108: The time period between when economic conditions
Q109: According to the rational expectations theory, expansionary
Q111: If a country with a large government
Q112: Starting from an initial long-run equilibrium, under
Q113: Which of the following is likely to
Q114: The index of leading indicators is<br>A) an
Q115: As the large baby-boom generation moves into