explain whether the given statement is true, false or uncertain. Then provide arguments to justify your selection. Workers and employers in economy expected 3% inflation rate for 2015 but actual inflation turns out to be 5%. Kylie, a casual worker with no labour contract, has remained unaffected while Susie, a fixed term employee, has become worse-off.

explain whether the given statement is true, false or uncertain. Then provide arguments to justify your selection. Workers and employers in economy expected 3% inflation rate for 2015 but actual inflation turns out to be 5%. Kylie, a casual worker with no labour contract, has remained unaffected while Susie, a fixed term employee, has become worse-off.

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Chapter17: Stabilizing The National Economy

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