Why Is It Important to Use Real Rather Than Nominal

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Multiple Choice

Why is it important to use real rather than nominal GDP figures when making comparisons of output across time periods?

• A) The real GDP figures are a better measure of changes in the general level of prices.
• B) The real figures will reflect changes in the quantity of output and not changes in the general level of prices.
• C) The real figures will reflect changes in the general level of prices as well as changes in the quantity of output.
• D) The real GDP figures adjust for changes in the level of employment.

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