Macroeconomics (Looseleaf)
Macroeconomics (Looseleaf)
12th Edition
ISBN: 9781305399440
Author: Arnold
Publisher: Cengage
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Chapter 16, Problem 1VQP
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The conditions under which the policy ineffectiveness propositions hold.

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A policy adopted by the Fed, which is ineffective at changing real GDP is called the policy ineffectiveness proposition (PIP). In other words, when a correctly anticipated policy with rational expectation is held, then a hike in money supply only increases the price level and does not affect the real GDP. The PIP holds under the following conditions:

  • Correctly anticipated policy
  • Wage price flexibility and
  • Individuals hold rational expectations.

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