The price of imported oil decreased in 2001. How did this affect the aggregate supply curve?

A. The aggregate supply curve became steeper.
B. The aggregate supply curve became flatter.
C. The aggregate supply curve shifted inward.
D. The aggregate supply curve shifted outward.


Answer: D

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