Who Benefits Most from Inflation

question 101

Multiple Choice

Who benefits most from inflation?

• A) those not bound by sticky prices
• B) those who can predict the inflation rate
• C) those who have entered into long-term contracts
• D) those engaged in politics
• E) those who do not anticipate price level changes

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