Principles of Economics, 7th Edition (MindTap Course List)
Principles of Economics, 7th Edition (MindTap Course List)
7th Edition
ISBN: 9781285165875
Author: N. Gregory Mankiw
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 24, Problem 1QR
To determine

Effect on CPI.

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A 10% increase in the price of chicken has a greater effect on the CPI because chicken holds a greater proportion in a typical consumer's market basket than caviar.

Economics Concept Introduction

Concept Introduction:

Consumer Price index (CPI): It is a measure that examines the changes in price levels of a basket of consumer goods and services for the present time from the base year.

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