Practice mode Inflation & Productivity

Which of the following would probably make Pakistan’s CPI rise by more than its GDP deflator?

Correct answer B. An increase in the price of BMWs produced in Germany and sold in Pakistan

Explanation

The CPI includes imported goods bought by consumers, while the GDP deflator covers only domestic production. Dearer imported BMWs therefore raise the CPI without affecting the deflator.

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