What factor can cause the short-run Phillips curve to shift position?

Multiple choice question for Aggregate Supply, Unemployment And Inflation. Select an option, then review the explanation below.

Explanation

The short-run Phillips curve shifts primarily due to changes in inflationary expectations. When people anticipate higher inflation, the curve adjusts accordingly, reflecting the relationship between unemployment and inflation in the short run. Other factors like actual unemployment rates, current inflation, or wage changes do not cause the curve itself to shift but may cause movement along the curve.

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What factor can cause the short-run Phillips curve to shift position?

Explanation

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