Which problem do policymakers typically face during stagflation?

Correct answer B. Contradictory goals, since stimulating demand worsens inflation while restraining it deepens unemployment

Explanation

Stagflation combines stagnant output and high unemployment with inflation, so policies aimed at one problem tend to aggravate the other.

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