The Consumer Price Index Was 200 in 2006 and 210

question 224

Multiple Choice

The consumer price index was 200 in 2006 and 210 in 2007. The nominal interest rate during this period was 6.5 percent. What was the real interest rate during this period?

• A)1.5 percent
• B)1.75 percent
• C)11.25 percent
• D)11.5 percent

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