Which among the following is a suitable term for the state of economy in which economic activity is slowing down but wages and prices continue to rise ?
Q. Which among the following is a suitable term for the state of economy in which economic activity is slowing down but wages and prices continue to rise ?
Answer: Stagflation
Notes: Stagflation refers to persistent high inflation coupled with high unemployment and stagnant demand /growth in economy. High Inflation + Low Economic Growth {or conditions of recession} + Low Employment Generation = Stagflation

 

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