The Inflation Rate Is Calculated

question 70

Multiple Choice

The inflation rate is calculated

• A)by determining the change in the price index from the preceding period.
• B)by determining the change in the price index from the base year.
• C)by determining the percentage change in the price index from the preceding period.
• D)by determining the percentage change in the price index from the base year.

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