Rising Incomes Don't Necessarily Mean a Higher Standard of Living

question 104

Multiple Choice

Rising incomes don't necessarily mean a higher standard of living. What are increased standards of living are a function of?

• A)depression
• B)recession
• C)inflation
• D)purchasing power

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