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Questions and Answers
What is the expected trend for global inflation in 2024 according to the text?
What is the expected trend for global inflation in 2024 according to the text?
- To stabilize at 5.7%
- To decline to 3.9% (correct)
- To rise due to monetary easing
- To remain above 8.1%
Which region experienced an uptick in food prices in the second half of 2023?
Which region experienced an uptick in food prices in the second half of 2023?
- Western Europe
- South America
- North America
- Africa, South Asia, and Western Asia (correct)
What is the main factor influencing core inflation rates in developed economies according to the text?
What is the main factor influencing core inflation rates in developed economies according to the text?
- Weak local currencies
- Climate-related shocks
- Limited pass-through from international prices
- Rising service sector prices and tight labor markets (correct)
What has been a significant driver of food insecurity in developing countries?
What has been a significant driver of food insecurity in developing countries?
Which group is particularly vulnerable to food insecurity according to the text?
Which group is particularly vulnerable to food insecurity according to the text?
What have major developed country central banks been doing regarding interest rates in 2023?
What have major developed country central banks been doing regarding interest rates in 2023?
What factor makes the economic prospects for SIDS vulnerable, according to the text?
What factor makes the economic prospects for SIDS vulnerable, according to the text?
Which economic event directly affects tourism flows and consumer prices in SIDS?
Which economic event directly affects tourism flows and consumer prices in SIDS?
What was a global trend in the labour market recovery after the pandemic?
What was a global trend in the labour market recovery after the pandemic?
Which region struggled with high unemployment rates despite declining rates in Brazil, China, and Türkiye?
Which region struggled with high unemployment rates despite declining rates in Brazil, China, and Türkiye?
