Briefly Describe Why the European Union Was Formed

question 79

Short Answer

Briefly describe why the European Union was formed.

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Definitions:

Inflation

The tempo at which the general price level of goods and services rises, leading to a fall in the ability to purchase.

Disinflation

A drop in the pace of inflation, showing that the rate at which prices of goods and services climb is slowing down.

Deflation

A decrease in the general price level of goods and services, often indicating a contraction in the economy.

Misery Index

An economic indicator created by adding the unemployment rate to the inflation rate, proposing to reflect the average citizen's financial discomfort.