Which Statement Best Characterizes the Inflation Tax

question 140

Multiple Choice

Which statement best characterizes the inflation tax?

• A) The inflation tax transfers wealth from the government to households.
• B) The inflation tax is the increase in income taxes due to lack of indexation.
• C) The inflation tax is a tax on everyone who holds money.
• D) The inflation tax is illegal.

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