Changes in the growth rate of potential output and deviations of actual output from potential output are two logical explanations for:
A. increasing wage inequality.
B. short-term economic fluctuations.
C. the decline in the natural rate of unemployment.
D. skill-biased technological change.
Answer: B
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A. Coca Cola in 12 oz. cans B. all cola drinks C. all carbonated beverages D. all beverages
If the exchange rate measured in euros per dollar increases, then
A. neither currency appreciates or depreciates. B. the dollar depreciates relative to the euro. C. the euro depreciates relative to the dollar. D. the euro appreciates relative to the dollar.
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a. $2,000 b. $1,923 c. $1,000 d. $580 e. $520
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A) provide funds to the federal government to cover the budget deficit. B) borrow funds from savers and lend them to borrowers. C) provide advice to consumers on how they should handle their finances. D) help ensure that there is enough money in circulation.