What Is the Name Given by Economists to a Situation

question 26

Multiple Choice

What is the name given by economists to a situation in which prices are rising?

• A) Income inequality
• B) Gini coefficient
• C) Inflation
• D) Intergenerational income elasticity

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Definitions:

Cash Discounts

A reduction in invoice price offered by sellers to buyers as an incentive for early payment.

Credit Terms

Conditions under which credit is extended by a lender to a borrower, including payment due dates, interest rates, and repayment schedules.

Credit Period

The time frame granted by a creditor within which payment for a purchase must be made; typically used in commercial transactions.

Credit Risk

The risk of loss resulting from a borrower's inability to repay a loan or meet contractual obligations.