Use the graph shown to discuss, in qualitative terms, the changes in the U.S. inflation rate from 1960 to 2012. Then estimate the inflation rate in 2012.
Definitions:
Causation
The act or process of causing something to happen or exist, establishing a relationship where one thing directly affects another.
Correlation
A metric that shows the degree to which multiple variables change in relation to one another.
Regression Discontinuity
A statistical method used to estimate the causal effect of a treatment by assigning a cutoff point and analyzing the outcomes immediately above and below that cutoff.
Type 2 Diabetes
A chronic condition that affects the way the body processes blood sugar (glucose), characterized by insulin resistance.
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