An economy is characterized by a high rate of unemployment and many factories operating below their full capacity. If a large, unexpected increase in consumer and business spending occurs, what is the most likely immediate outcome based on the principle that firms will adjust their production levels to meet any amount of demand at the existing price level?

The core economic principle that firms are willing to supply whatever quantity of goods is demanded at the current price level is considered equally applicable during a period of high unemployment and during a period of full employment.

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