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What is the definition of inflation?
What is the definition of inflation?
CPI includes housing costs in its calculation.
CPI includes housing costs in its calculation.
False
What does disinflation refer to?
What does disinflation refer to?
A reduction in the rate of inflation
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) in the UK is calculated using a survey of _______ households.
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) in the UK is calculated using a survey of _______ households.
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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What is Real GDP?
What is Real GDP?
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Nominal GDP per capita is calculated by dividing the total GDP by the population of a country.
Nominal GDP per capita is calculated by dividing the total GDP by the population of a country.
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What does Gross National Income (GNI) include?
What does Gross National Income (GNI) include?
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The _____ measures the monetary value of all goods and services produced by a country in a year.
The _____ measures the monetary value of all goods and services produced by a country in a year.
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Match the economic terms with their definitions:
Match the economic terms with their definitions:
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What commonly causes demand-pull inflation?
What commonly causes demand-pull inflation?
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Cost-push inflation occurs when aggregate demand increases faster than aggregate supply.
Cost-push inflation occurs when aggregate demand increases faster than aggregate supply.
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What is the effect of inflation on consumers' savings?
What is the effect of inflation on consumers' savings?
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When there is too much money in the economy, individuals have more access to money, which leads them to want to spend more, causing ______ inflation.
When there is too much money in the economy, individuals have more access to money, which leads them to want to spend more, causing ______ inflation.
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Match the type of inflation with its cause:
Match the type of inflation with its cause:
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What is one consequence of higher inflation rates in Britain compared to other countries?
What is one consequence of higher inflation rates in Britain compared to other countries?
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High inflation rates make it easier for businesses to create budgets.
High inflation rates make it easier for businesses to create budgets.
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How does inflation affect individuals on fixed incomes?
How does inflation affect individuals on fixed incomes?
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If inflation rises faster than wages, workers' incomes will ______ over time.
If inflation rises faster than wages, workers' incomes will ______ over time.
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Match the effects of inflation with their corresponding groups:
Match the effects of inflation with their corresponding groups:
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What is one effect of unemployment on firms?
What is one effect of unemployment on firms?
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Long-term unemployment can make it easier to get a job.
Long-term unemployment can make it easier to get a job.
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What is the balance of trade?
What is the balance of trade?
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Unemployment leads to a loss of ______ for workers.
Unemployment leads to a loss of ______ for workers.
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Match the components of the balance of payment with their descriptions:
Match the components of the balance of payment with their descriptions:
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Which type of unemployment is primarily associated with long-term decline in demand in an industry?
Which type of unemployment is primarily associated with long-term decline in demand in an industry?
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Real-wage unemployment is caused by low minimum wage levels.
Real-wage unemployment is caused by low minimum wage levels.
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Name one effect of unemployment on consumers.
Name one effect of unemployment on consumers.
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Cyclical unemployment is primarily caused by a lack of ______ for goods and services.
Cyclical unemployment is primarily caused by a lack of ______ for goods and services.
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Match the type of unemployment with its description:
Match the type of unemployment with its description:
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Which of the following is NOT a cause of a current account surplus?
Which of the following is NOT a cause of a current account surplus?
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A current account deficit indicates a positive balance in the country's current account.
A current account deficit indicates a positive balance in the country's current account.
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Name one cause of a current account deficit.
Name one cause of a current account deficit.
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A high rate of _______ can contribute to a current account surplus.
A high rate of _______ can contribute to a current account surplus.
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Match the following economic conditions with their effects on the current account:
Match the following economic conditions with their effects on the current account:
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Study Notes
Economic Growth
- Increased real gross domestic product (GDP) is considered economic growth.
- GDP represents the monetary value of all goods and services produced within a country in a given year.
- Nominal GDP per capita is calculated by dividing the total GDP by the country's population.
- Real GDP is a measure of GDP adjusted for inflation, providing a more accurate reflection of economic output.
Limitations of GDP
- GDP can be skewed by differences in population, inflation rates, and exchange rates.
- It doesn't account for the distribution of wealth and income.
- GDP doesn't capture environmental degradation and social well-being.
Consumer Price Index (CPI)
- CPI is a measure of inflation, reflecting the average change in prices paid by urban consumers for goods and services.
- It is calculated using a survey of 7000 households in the UK, tracking the prices of 700 commonly used goods.
- CPI is weighed based on average household spending patterns.
- It doesn't account for every good sold in the country and doesn't include housing costs.
Causes of Inflation
- Demand-pull inflation: Occurs when aggregate demand outpaces aggregate supply, leading to a rise in prices. This can be caused by factors like a decrease in interest rates, increased consumer and business confidence, and government spending surges.
- Cost-push inflation: This arises when production costs increase, leading to a decrease in aggregate supply and an increase in prices. Examples include rising oil prices, exchange rate depreciation, increased business taxes, and minimum wage hikes.
Effects of Inflation
- Consumers: Inflation erodes the purchasing power of money, reducing real incomes. If interest rates on savings are lower than inflation rates, the value of savings decreases.
- Firms: High inflation relative to other countries can make exports less competitive due to higher prices. This leads to a decline in exports and can complicate budget planning, potentially reducing investments and profits.
- Government: Inflation can distort government budgets and increase income inequality.
- Workers: High inflation outpacing wage increases can lead to a decline in real income for workers.
Types of Unemployment
- Frictional Unemployment: Short-term unemployment resulting from the natural transition between jobs, such as new entrants or leavers.
- Structural Unemployment: Occurs when there is a long-term decline in demand for a specific industry, leading to ongoing job losses.
- Seasonal Unemployment: Unemployment tied to seasonal fluctuations in demand for labor, such as agricultural jobs or tourism.
- Cyclical Unemployment: Unemployment due to a general downturn in economic activity, often associated with recessions and business failures.
- Real-Wage Unemployment: Occurs when wages are artificially high, leading to a surplus of labor supply exceeding demand.
Effects of Unemployment
- Consumers: Reduced living standards, loss of income and savings, decreased spending, and increased risks of mental illness.
- Firms: Easier to recruit new employees and reduce hiring costs, but may face lower consumer spending.
- Workers: Loss of skills, income, and standard of living, making future job searches challenging.
- Government: Increased spending on welfare benefits and reduced tax revenue.
Balance of Payments (BOP)
- BOP is a record of all financial transactions between a country and the rest of the world over a year.
- It summarizes a country's income and expenditure from international economic activities.
Components of BOP
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Current Account: This includes trade in goods, services, primary income (investment earnings), and secondary income (transfers).
- Trade in goods balance: The difference between the value of goods exported and imported.
- Trade in services balance: The difference between the value of services exported and imported.
- Capital and Financial Account: This captures the flows of financial assets, both foreign and domestic, such as investments and loans.
Current Account Surplus/Deficit
- A current account surplus indicates a positive balance, meaning the country has earned more from international transactions than it spent.
- A current account deficit signifies a negative balance, implying that the country has spent more on international transactions than it has earned.
Causes of Current Account Surplus
- Strong currency: A strong currency can make exports expensive and imports cheaper, potentially leading to trade imbalances.
- High inflation: Inflation can make domestic goods more expensive, reducing demand for exports.
- High wage costs: High wages can make domestic production more expensive, impacting export competitiveness.
- High economic growth: A growing economy can increase demand for imports and lead to a current account surplus.
Causes of Current Account Deficit
- Weak currency: A weak currency can make exports cheaper and imports expensive, potentially increasing exports and reducing imports, leading to a surplus.
- Low inflation: Low inflation compared to other countries can make domestic goods less expensive, increasing exports and potentially leading to a surplus.
- Low wage costs: Low wages can make domestic production cheaper, bolstering export competitiveness.
- Low economic growth: A stagnant economy can reduce demand for imports and lead to a current account surplus.
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Description
This quiz explores concepts related to economic growth, including GDP and its limitations, as well as the Consumer Price Index (CPI). Participants will learn how GDP is calculated, the implications of inflation, and the factors that GDP does not account for. Test your understanding of these fundamental economic indicators.
