Which Statement Best Characterizes the Consumer Price Index

question 165

Multiple Choice

Which statement best characterizes the consumer price index?

• A) It is a measure of a nation's standard of living.
• B) It shows production of consumer goods.
• C) It measures the increase in the prices of all final goods and services produced within the borders of a country.
• D) It is an imperfect measure of the cost of living.

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