Question:

"Inflation increases the average level of prices". Which of the following is(are) necessarily implied by this statement:
(i) The prices of commodities exceed income
(ii) Money supply grows at a higher rate than the real GDP

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Inflation is often linked to an imbalance between the growth of money supply and real economic output.
Updated On: Dec 19, 2025
  • Only (i)
  • Only (ii)
  • Both (i) and (ii)
  • Neither (i) nor (ii)
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

Inflation typically occurs when the money supply grows faster than the real GDP, leading to higher prices. This means that money becomes less valuable, causing the average price level to rise. The statement does not necessarily imply that the prices of commodities exceed income. Therefore, only statement (ii) is correct. Final Answer: \boxed{(ii) \text{Money supply grows at a higher rate than the real GDP}}
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