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Author: William Boyes, Michael Melvin
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Chapter 8, Problem 7E
To determine
(a)
To write:
An explanation for the shape of the short run
To determine
(b)
To write:
The relationship between the short-run aggregate supply curve and long-run supply curve with the help of a diagram.
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Draw lines for the long-run aggregate supply curve. Explain its shape and what can cause it to move in a few sentences.
b. Now add in the short run aggregate supply curve. What explains its shape and what can cause it to move?
c. On a new diagram, draw the aggregate demand curve. Explain its shape and what can cause it to shift.
d. Why do we have short- and long-run supply curves but only one (ie not short or long-run) demand curve?
What effects would each of the following have on aggregate demand or aggregate supply? In each case use a diagram to show the expected effects on the equilibrium price level and the level of real output. Assume all other things remain constant.a. A widespread fear of depression on the part of consumers.b. A $2 increase in the excise tax on a pack of cigarettes.c. A reduction in interest rates at each price level.d. A major increase in Federal spending for health care.e. The expectation of rapid inflation.f. The complete disintegration of OPEC, causing oil prices to fall by one-half.g. A 10 percent reduction in personal income tax rates.h. A sizable increase in labor productivity (with no change in nominal wages).i. A 12 percent increase in nominal wages (with no change in productivity).j. Depreciation in the international value of the dollar.
Are there many short-run aggregate supply curves and long-run aggregate supply curves? Why or Why not?
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