From 1999 to 2002, the Japanese Inflation Rate Was, Respectively

question 149

Multiple Choice

From 1999 to 2002, the Japanese inflation rate was, respectively, -0.3%, -0.6%, -0.7%, and -0.7%. During this time, the Japanese economy underwent

• A) inflation.
• B) hyperinflation.
• C) a rise in its price level.
• D) deflation.

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Fiscal Year

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