When Unanticipated Inflation Occurs

question 190

Multiple Choice

When unanticipated inflation occurs:

• A)both creditors and debtors benefit.
• B)both creditors and debtors are hurt.
• C)debtors are hurt, but creditors benefit.
• D)creditors are hurt, but debtors benefit.

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