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What can cause hyperinflation?
What can cause hyperinflation?
- Decrease in production costs
- Government reducing interest rates
- Increase in supply of goods
- Government printing a ton of money to pay off its debt (correct)
Inflation causes money to BLANK its value over time.
Inflation causes money to BLANK its value over time.
lose
What led to a period of stagflation?
What led to a period of stagflation?
Rising unemployment and inflation
How does demand pull inflation differ from cost push inflation?
How does demand pull inflation differ from cost push inflation?
What is one consequence of stagflation?
What is one consequence of stagflation?
What is the direct effect when demand increases?
What is the direct effect when demand increases?
What happens when demand for goods increases?
What happens when demand for goods increases?
Typically, high inflation is a sign of?
Typically, high inflation is a sign of?
Which scenario is an example of demand pull inflation?
Which scenario is an example of demand pull inflation?
What will most likely result from consumers having more money to purchase computers?
What will most likely result from consumers having more money to purchase computers?
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Study Notes
Hyperinflation
- Occurs when a government excessively prints money to pay off its debts, leading to a rapid decrease in currency value.
Inflation and Value of Money
- Inflation leads to a loss of money's value over time; effectively, money is "loose."
Stagflation
- Characterized by simultaneous rising unemployment and inflation rates, significantly impacting economic stability.
Demand Pull vs. Cost Push Inflation
- Demand pull inflation arises from increased consumer demand, while cost push inflation is a result of rising costs for producers.
Consequences of Stagflation
- Economic slowdown occurs as money loses purchasing power, leading to decreased consumer confidence and spending.
Effects of Increased Demand
- When demand increases, producers often raise prices to maintain profit margins, directly affecting consumer costs.
Demand Pull Inflation Overview
- Results from an overall increase in demand for goods, leading to higher prices as supply struggles to keep up.
High Inflation Indicators
- Typically signifies a struggling economy, as wages fail to match the pace of rising prices, eroding purchasing power.
Demand Pull Inflation Scenario
- Example: Increased consumer income allows more purchases of cars, resulting in a rise in prices for both cars and related accessories.
Consumer Behavior and Prices
- An increase in consumer spending on computers leads to higher prices for computers and related products, reflecting heightened demand.
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