Economists assume that

A) individuals behave in unpredictable ways.
B) consumer behavior is explained by the existence of unlimited resources.
C) people put other people's interests ahead of their own.
D) optimal decisions are made at the margin.

Answer: D

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The post-World War II record shows that recessionary gaps may be long-lasting because ____ tends not to occur.

A. deflation B. reflation C. stagflation D. disinflation

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