Substitution Bias in Inflation Measures Refers to

question 9

Multiple Choice

Substitution bias in inflation measures refers to

• A)the willingness of society to substitute future consumption with more present consumption than is optimal
• B)the tendency for consumers to substitute away from goods whose price rise more than average
• C)individuals substitution better quality goods for poor quality goods as their income rises
• D)the bias against certain students from a substitute teacher

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