All of the following help an economy to get rid of persistent inflation, EXCEPT which one? Price and wage control. Raise tax to reduce fiscal deficit. Maintain an independent central bank. Keep the growth rate of money low.

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All of the following help an economy to get rid of persistent inflation, EXCEPT which one?
O Price and wage control.
Raise tax to reduce fiscal deficit.
Maintain an independent central bank.
Keep the growth rate of money low.
Transcribed Image Text:All of the following help an economy to get rid of persistent inflation, EXCEPT which one? O Price and wage control. Raise tax to reduce fiscal deficit. Maintain an independent central bank. Keep the growth rate of money low.
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A scenario known as persistent inflation occurs when an economy's overall price level rises over an extended period of time. It hurts an economy because it makes money less valuable, breeds uncertainty, deters investment, and prevents economic expansion

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