5.2 - Meaning of Inflation
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Practice Questions
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Define inflation in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to prices over time.
What happens to purchasing power when inflation rises?
💡 Hint: Consider how much you can buy with the same amount of money.
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What does inflation refer to?
💡 Hint: Think about how prices change over time.
True or False: Inflation increases purchasing power.
💡 Hint: Consider what you can afford with money over time.
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If the inflation rate is 4% annually, how much will a $100 item cost five years from now?
💡 Hint: Use the formula for future value under inflation.
Discuss the implications of low inflation versus hyperinflation on consumer behavior.
💡 Hint: Consider the psychological effects of price changes on spending habits.
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