Which of These Would Cause Cost-Push Inflation

question 182

Multiple Choice

Which of these would cause cost-push inflation?

• A) Optimism leads consumers to spend more.
• B) Firms cut back on investments to cut costs.
• C) Strict new environmental regulations require that firms change their production methods.
• D) Consumers face rising costs when purchasing food and using transportation.

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