We observe the duration of unemployment rising and wage rates falling. It is likely that

A. aggregate supply has increased.
B. summer has arrived.
C. the government has initiated expansionary fiscal policy but the policies haven't taken effect yet.
D. aggregate demand has decreased.


Answer: D

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