Which of the Following Describes What Happens When the Price

question 48

Multiple Choice

Which of the following describes what happens when the price of a Big Mac doubles, while the price of a Whopper increases by one-third?

• A) The relative price of a Whopper falls.
• B) The relative price of a Big Mac falls.
• C) The nominal prices of Big Macs and Whoppers rise, but their relative prices remain the same.
• D) The relative price of a Whopper rises.

Understand the concept and the method of computing the Consumer Price Index (CPI).

Recognize the role and functions of the Bureau of Labor Statistics in relation to CPI.

Categorize the various methods and indices used to measure inflation.

Analyze the factors affecting consumer spending patterns as indicated by the CPI.

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