If the economy is in equilibrium with real GDP less than potential$$ GDP$,$ there is$\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_$ gap and a fiscal policy that$\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_$ is appropriate.

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Part $1$

A$.$

a$$ recessionary; decreases aggregate demand

B$.$

an$$ inflationary; decreases aggregate demand

C$.$

a$$ recessionary; increases potential GDP

D$.$

an$$ inflationary; increases aggregate demand

E$.$

a$$ recessionary; increases aggregate demand