The 'natural rate of unemployment' in monetarist economics is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'natural rate of unemployment' in monetarist economics is:
A. only cyclical unemployment
B. zero unemployment
C. the unemployment rate consistent with stable inflation
D. the maximum unemployment
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The natural rate of unemployment is the rate consistent with stable inflation, including frictional and structural unemployment.

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The term 'Stagflation' refers to a situation of:
A. Low inflation and low unemployment
B. High inflation and high unemployment
C. Low inflation and high growth
D. High inflation and high growth

Correct Answer: Option B


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A. 15%
B. 30%
C. 25%
D. 22%

Correct Answer: Option D


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