Chapter 22: Q 30. (page 553)
Who in an economy is the big winner from inflation?
Short Answer
There are many people who will be benefitted from inflation.
Chapter 22: Q 30. (page 553)
Who in an economy is the big winner from inflation?
There are many people who will be benefitted from inflation.
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