An economic boom in one country usually causes a recession in other countries.

The price level in the economy between 2014 and 2015 rose from 100 to 105. Between 2015 and 2016, the price level rose from 105 to 110.25. How does the short-run Phillips curve predict the unemployment rate will change as a result?

A) The unemployment rate will decrease since inflation decreased. B) The unemployment rate would not change since there is no change in the rate of inflation. C) The unemployment rate will increase since inflation increased. D) The unemployment rate will decrease since inflation increased.

Suppose that the preferences a typical American has for quantities of electricity (E) and gasoline (G) is given by U(E,G) = a ln(E) + (1 - a) ln(G) where 0 < a < 1

Suppose the prices of gasoline and electricity in the units provided are both $1/unit and the consumer has an income of $100. Suppose in addition, the government has chosen to ration electricity by allowing a maximum consumption of 50 units of electricity (E ? 50). a. If a = .25, find the optimal consumption bundle of gasoline and electricity. Does the electricity rationing constraint have an influence on consumer's choice? b. If a = .75, find the optimal consumption bundle of gasoline and electricity. Does the electricity rationing constraint of the government have an influence on the consumer?