2.4 INFLATION Flashcards
1
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what is inflation
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rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services rises, decreasing purchasing power.
2
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what demand pull inflation
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occurs when the overall demand for goods and services exceeds supply, leading to an increase in prices
3
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whats cost push inflation
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occurs when the overall prices of goods and services rise due to increases in the costs of production
4
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causes of demand pull inflation
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Increased Consumer Spending
Government Spending
Monetary Policy
5
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causes of cost push inflation
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Rising Raw Material Costs
Wage Increases
Supply Chain Disruptions
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