The GDP deflator differs from the consumer price index because the GDP deflator:
Correct answer: B. Includes domestically produced final goods
- A. Covers only imported consumer goods
- B. Includes domestically produced final goods
- C. Uses a fixed basket of consumer goods
- D. Measures only wholesale prices
Explanation
The GDP deflator covers prices of domestically produced final goods and services, while the consumer price index focuses on a consumer basket. Imported consumer goods may affect the CPI but are not part of domestic GDP.
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