All of the Following Are Possible Sources of Bias in Using

question 29

Multiple Choice

All of the following are possible sources of bias in using the Consumer Price Index to measure inflation except

• A)the introduction of new goods.
• B)an improvement in the quality of goods.
• C)commodity substitution.
• D)an increase in the cost of living.
• E)rising prices.

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