Discuss the Pros and Cons of GDP as a Measure

question 16

Essay

Discuss the pros and cons of GDP as a measure of the economy's output performance and as a measure of its standard of living.

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Definitions:

Fisher Effect

An economic theory stating that the real interest rate is independent of monetary measures, particularly the nominal interest rate and expected inflation rate.

Menu Costs

The costs to a company associated with changing prices, including the physical costs of changing price tags and the administrative costs of updating systems.

Inflation Rates

The percentage rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services is rising, and, subsequently, purchasing power is falling, usually measured over a specific period of time.

Inflation Rate

The percentage increase in the general price level of goods and services in an economy over a period of time, indicating the rate at which purchasing power is falling.