An unexpected increase in aggregate demand results in a decrease in real wages in the short run.

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In the short run, an unexpected increase in aggregate demand can lead to higher employment and output levels without immediately increasing wages, as firms rush to meet the higher demand with their existing workforce. This can effectively decrease real wages because prices typically rise faster than wages in response to the increased demand.

An Unexpected Increase in Aggregate Demand Results in a Decrease