High and Unexpected Inflation Has a Greater Cost

question 22

Multiple Choice

High and unexpected inflation has a greater cost

• A)for those who save than for those who borrow.
• B)for those who hold a little money than for those who hold a lot of money.
• C)for those whose wages increase by as much as inflation than those who are paid a fixed nominal wage.
• D)for savers in low income tax brackets than for savers in high income tax brackets.

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Definitions:

Central Planning

A system where the government makes all decisions about the production and allocation of goods and services.

Invisible Hand

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Property Rights

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Medium of Exchange

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