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The cause of the cost-push inflation.
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Bangladesh is an agricultural country. They produce the majority of agricultural products for their consumption. Which of the following is a cause of Cost-Push Inflation?
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Lower prices for raw materials
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Increases in the costs to produce
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Higher tax discounts on products
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In 1990 the Consumer Price Index (CPI) was 150. Today, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) is 250. Calculate the rate of inflation over the last 30 years.
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