- CFA Exams
- CFA Level I Exam
- Topic 2. Economics
- Learning Module 10. Aggregate Output, Prices, and Economic Growth
- Subject 6. Equilibrium GDP and Prices
CFA Practice Question
A recession is likely to occur if there is a(n) ______.
A. unanticipated decrease in aggregate demand and supply
B. unanticipated decrease in aggregate demand but increased (unplanned) supply
C. decrease in demand only (no matter whether it is anticipated or not)
Explanation: Recessions occur because prices in the goods and services market are low relative to costs of production. Two reasons are unanticipated reduction in aggregate demand and unfavorable supply shocks.
User Contributed Comments 2
User | Comment |
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jnptrsn1 | Would either/or be more appropriate? |
Sesshy1987 | Yes. It would be. |