Assume that the economy of Country X has an actual unemployment rate of 7%, a natural rate of unemployment of 5%, and an inflation rate of 3%.  Using the numerical values given above, draw a correctly labeled graph of the short-run and long-run Phillips curves. Label the current short-run equilibrium as point B. Plot the numerical values above on the graph.  Assume that the government of Country X takes no policy action to reduce unemployment. In the long run, will each of the following shift to the right, shift to the left, or remain the same?  Short-run aggregate supply curve. Explain Long-run Phillips curve. Explain

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  1. Assume that the economy of Country X has an actual unemployment rate of 7%, a natural rate of unemployment of 5%, and an inflation rate of 3%. 
    1. Using the numerical values given above, draw a correctly labeled graph of the short-run and long-run Phillips curves. Label the current short-run equilibrium as point B. Plot the numerical values above on the graph. 
    2. Assume that the government of Country X takes no policy action to reduce unemployment. In the long run, will each of the following shift to the right, shift to the left, or remain the same? 
      1. Short-run aggregate supply curve. Explain
      2. Long-run Phillips curve. Explain
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