Multiple Choice
Which of the following is NOT generally considered a problem with using the consumer price index to measure consumer prices?
A) Only private goods are included, and public goods are excluded.
B) Many federal benefits and income tax rates are indexed to the consumer price index.
C) Quality improvements are difficult to account for.
D) New products are often overlooked.
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