If the Consumer Price Index (CPI)increases from 100 to 200

question 57

Multiple Choice

If the Consumer Price Index (CPI) increases from 100 to 200 and the nominal wage increases from $100 to $400,what is the change in the real wage in terms of the beginning year's dollars?

• A) +$200
• B) +$400
• C) +$100
• D) +$300
• E) -$200

Identify and explain various types of errors in sampling and data collection.

Describe the biases that can occur in sampling and how to minimize them.

Explain the concepts of selection bias, nonresponse error, and nonsampling error.

Understand the importance and challenges of obtaining a representative sample.

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