Refer to Table 13-9. Suppose that the data in the table above reflects the price levels in the economy. Given that data, we can say that the cost of living rose by ________ between 2012 and 2013?
a. 2%
b. 5%
?. 8%
d. 11%
e. 13%
Answer: e. 13%
Cost of living =( CPI_2013- CPI_2012)/CPI_2012
=( 113-100)/100
= 13%
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