If the aggregate supply curve is upward-sloping, a decrease in aggregate demand will cause

A. A decrease in the price level and an increase in unemployment.
B. An increase in the price level and a decrease in unemployment.
C. An increase in the price level and an increase in unemployment.
D. A decrease in the price level and a decrease in unemployment.


Answer: A

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