According to Rational Expectations

question 37

Multiple Choice

According to rational expectations

• A)expectations of inflation are viewed as being an average of past inflation rates.
• B)expectations of inflation are viewed as being an average of expected future inflation rates.
• C)expectations formation indicates that changes in expectations occur slowly over time as past data change.
• D)expectations will not differ from optimal forecasts using all available information.

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Definitions:

Cost-oriented

A pricing strategy where the price of a product or service is determined based on its production cost plus a markup.

Price Lining

A pricing strategy where a retailer offers a product line at several price points, catering to different customer segments and preferences.

Odd-even Pricing

A pricing strategy that sets prices just below a round number (e.g., $19.99 instead of $20) to make the price seem lower than it actually is.

Customers' Responses

Feedback or reactions of customers to a product, service, or interaction with a business.