The Nominal Price of Milk Was $2

question 45

Short Answer

The nominal price of milk was $2.25 in 1998 while the CPI was 163.0 that year. Also, the CPI in 1970 was 38.8. What was the real value of 1998 milk in terms of 1970 dollars?

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Definitions:

Net Advantage

The total benefits received minus the costs incurred from an investment or business decision.

Resale Value

The estimated market value of an asset at the future date when it is likely to be sold, often used in reference to vehicles and property.

Present Value

The current value of a future sum of money or stream of cash flows, given a specified rate of return.

Tax Shields

The reduction in income taxes that results from taking allowable deductions such as depreciation, mortgage interest, and other allowances.