Arguably the Most Damaging Economic Consequence of Inflation Is

question 143

Multiple Choice

Arguably the most damaging economic consequence of inflation is:

• A) high prices.
• B) the uncertainty it can create.
• C) the adjustment of sticky wages.
• D) the erosion of value of real assets.

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