Inflation Distorts Relative Prices

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Essay

Inflation distorts relative prices. What does this mean and why does it impose a cost on society?

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Definitions:

Brain Wave

Electrical patterns produced by the activity of the brain, often measured by electroencephalography (EEG).

High Amplitude

Refers to waves or signals with a large magnitude or intensity, often used in the context of sound, light, or electrical waves.

Electroencephalogram (EEG)

A test that measures electrical activity in the brain using small, metal discs attached to the scalp.

Action Potential

A rapid, temporary change in the electrical potential across a cell membrane, leading to the transmission of nerve impulses.