Critique of a Zero-Inflation Target
A prominent economist argues that the ideal goal for a central bank should be to maintain an inflation rate of exactly 0%. Critically evaluate this argument, focusing specifically on how such a policy might affect the labor market's ability to adjust to changing economic conditions. In your response, explain the mechanism by which a low, positive rate of price increases could lead to different outcomes for workers and firms.
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