In 1970 the CPI Was 39,and in 2000 It Was

question 109

Multiple Choice

In 1970 the CPI was 39,and in 2000 it was 172.A local phone call cost $0.10 in 1970.What is the price of this phone call in 2000 dollars?

• A)$1.42
• B)$0.39
• C)$1.72
• D)$0.44
• E)$0.23

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