In the short run, if prices were below equilibrium,

a. excess aggregate demand for goods and services would place downward pressure on prices.
b. excess aggregate supply of goods and services would place downward pressure on prices.
c. excess aggregate demand for goods and services would place upward pressure on prices.
d. excess aggregate supply of goods and services would place upward pressure on prices.


C

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