When the inflation rate is expected to be zero, Steve wants to lend money if the interest rate is at least 4 percent per year, and Cindy wants to borrow money if the interest rate is no more than 4 percent per year. Steve and Cindy make a loan agreement for one year anticipating the inflation rate to be 2 percent. During the year, the inflation rate is actually 1 percent. As a result, ________.
What will be an ideal response?
steve gains
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