The natural real GDP will ________ following a rise in energy prices because

A) rise; labor productivity increases.
B) fall; labor productivity increases.
C) fall; real wages are flexible and employment is less attractive relative to leisure.
D) B and C are both correct.


C

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Team production is a limiting factor as a solution to incentive problems because:

A. some team members never get along. B. some team members may perceive the team leader to be a role model. C. some team members may choose to shirk and let the rest carry the load. D. the entire team may be inefficient.

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Which of the following would be categorized as an unconventional monetary policy tool?

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