EBK PRINCIPLES OF MACROECONOMICS
EBK PRINCIPLES OF MACROECONOMICS
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ISBN: 8220102749566
Author: Mankiw
Publisher: CENGAGE L
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Chapter 11, Problem 1QR
To determine

Effect on CPI.

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A 10% increase in the price of chicken has a greater effect on the CPI because chicken holds a greater proportion in a typical consumer's market basket than caviar.

Economics Concept Introduction

Concept Introduction:

Consumer Price index (CPI): It is a measure that examines the changes in price levels of a basket of consumer goods and services for the present time from the base year.

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