When a recessionary gap exists, actual output ________ potential output and the rate of inflation will tend to ________.
A)exceeds; increase
B)exceeds; decrease
C)is less than; decrease
D)is less than; increase

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If there is a recessionary output gap, the economy is below full-employment equilibrium. In this case there is a tendency for inflation to decrease.

When a Recessionary Gap Exists, Actual Output ________ Potential Output