The CPI Overstates Inflation Because the Average Consumer Buys

question 194

Multiple Choice

The CPI overstates inflation because the average consumer buys

• A)the same basket of goods every week.
• B)more of those goods whose relative price has risen.
• C)less of those goods whose relative price has risen.
• D)lower quality goods if they have a choice.
• E)a generally random assortment of goods and services each week because what is purchased depends on what the consumer needs.

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