Question #70
Which of the following is not an example of inflation?
- Firms adjust their prices upwards to normal capacity levels after discounting them during the recession to maintain market share.
- The OPEC oil cartel announces that it will increase oil prices by 5 per cent per quarter over the next 5 years.
- The price of imports rises because the exchange rate depreciates by 10 per cent.
Answer #663
Answer: The OPEC oil cartel announces that it will increase oil prices by 5 per cent per quarter over the next 5 years.
Explanation
Please read Fiscal sustainability 101 - Part 3 for further material or post a comment if you want further explanation.