The Consumer Price Index (CPI)is

question 180

Multiple Choice

The consumer price index (CPI) is:

• A) the measure of consumer prices in both rural and urban areas; it is calculated by adding up all prices.
• B) a measure of the price level based on the consumption patterns of a typical consumer.
• C) a measure of all prices in the economy.
• D) a measure of food prices, because food is what is consumed.
• E) a measure of food, clothing, and housing prices.

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Definitions:

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