Which of the following statements is true of the U.S.experience with regards to the Phillips curve hypothesis?
I.Values of inflation and unemployment rates during the 1960s are atypical in that they generally conformed to the tradeoff implied by the Phillips curve.
II.Annual observations of inflation and unemployment from 1961 to 2008 do not
Seem consistent with a Phillips curve.
III.Annual observations of inflation and unemployment from 1961 to 2008 seem consistent
With a Phillips curve.

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During the 1960s, the U.S. experienced a tradeoff between inflation and unemployment consistent with the Phillips curve. However, from 1961 to 2008, the relationship was not consistent, as stagflation and other factors disrupted the expected tradeoff.

Which of the Following Statements Is True of the U