A-LevelEconomicsMacroeconomic Objectives and PoliciesOct/Nov 2009Paper 1 Q241 Mark

The graphs show consumer prices and employment for Ireland. [Figure] What can be concluded from the graphs?

Q: What topic does this question test?

This question tests Macroeconomic Objectives and Policies in A-Level Economics (syllabus code 9708). It is worth 1 mark.

ABetween 2003 and 2004, unemployment and prices moved in the same direction.

BPrices were at their lowest in 2004.

CPrices rose continuously over the period.

DThe number of unemployed workers fell over the period.

✓ Correct Answer

The correct answer is C: Prices rose continuously over the period.

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About This A-Level Economics Question

Topic

This multiple-choice question tests Macroeconomic Objectives and Policies in A-Level Economics (syllabus code 9708). It is worth 1 mark.

Source

This question appeared in the Cambridge A-Level Economics Oct/Nov 2009 examination, Paper 1 Variant 2.

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