Answer to Question #64179 in Macroeconomics for Andre

Question

An economic fluctuation is a change in the national (“macro”) economy. Which of the answer choices best represents an economic fluctuation?
A.

The rate of inflation in the U.S. increases by 25 percent in one month.
B.

The Federal Reserve decreases the discount rate by two basis points.
C.

McDonald’s expands its dollar menu to include five new items.
D.

Amazon decreases the price of its 8-inch Kindle tablet by $100.

Answer 1

A) The rate of inflation in the U.S. increases by 25 percent in one month.