Suppose That Last Year,the Price of Strawberries Was $2 and the Price

question 155

Multiple Choice

Suppose that last year,the price of strawberries was $2 and the price of milk was $1.This year,the price of milk is $2 and the price of strawberries is $1.Which of the following statements is true?

• A)The CPI does not change because the change in the two prices is the same.
• B)The CPI increases because milk is more expensive.
• C)The CPI decreases because strawberries are cheaper.
• D)The CPI might increase or decrease depending on the quantities in the CPI market basket.
• E)The change in the CPI depends how the market basket changed between the two years.

---

Definitions:

Voidable

Legally valid until annulled; a contract or agreement that can be legally declared invalid.

Liability

The state of being legally responsible for something, especially in terms of debts or legal obligations.

Commercial Lease Agreements

Legal contracts between a landlord and a business for the rental of property used for commercial activities.

Public Policy

Public policy encompasses the laws, regulations, actions, and decisions of government that reflect the attitudes and rules for the public.