Multiple Choice
Suppose that dairy products have risen in price relatively less than prices in general over the last several years.To which problem in the construction of the CPI is this "low" rate of price increase most relevant?
A) substitution bias
B) introduction of new goods
C) unmeasured quality change
D) income bias
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
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