Practice mode Basic of Economics

What does the term ‘stagflation’ mean?

Correct answer B. High inflation rate combined with high unemployment and unchanged consumer demand

Explanation

Stagflation describes an economy suffering high inflation at the same time as stagnant output and high unemployment, as in many countries during the 1970s oil shocks.

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