According to Figure 16.2 in your text, what is the relationship between unemployment and inflation?
a. The inflation rate is always higher than unemployment.
b. The inflation rate always increases when unemployment increases.
c. The inflation rate never declines, regardless of the unemployment rate.
d. The unemployment rate is generally higher than the inflation rate.
Answer: d
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