Starting from potential output, if consumer confidence decreases and consumers decide to spend less, then this will generate a(n) ________ gap and inflation will ________.
A. recessionary; increase
B. expansionary; increase
C. expansionary; decrease
D. recessionary; decrease
Answer: D
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