The Sharp Swing in Core Inflation in 2008-2009 Was Due

question 73

Multiple Choice

The sharp swing in core inflation in 2008-2009 was due to:

• A) movements in energy prices.
• B) the sharp decline in housing prices.
• C) There was no sharp swing in core inflation.
• D) rapid increases in wages.
• E) rapidly rising unemployment.

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