The Introduction of New Products, Like the IPhone

question 187

Multiple Choice

The introduction of new products, like the iPhone

• A) makes the CPI fall.
• B) makes the CPI rise.
• C) does not affect the CPI.
• D) creates deflation.
• E) creates inflation.

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