Principles of Economics 2e
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Author: Steven A. Greenlaw; David Shapiro
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Chapter 26, Problem 15RQ
When the economy is experiencing a recession, why would a neoclassical economist be unlikely to argue for aggressive policy to stimulate aggregate demand and return the economy to full employment? Explain your answer.
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