The most desirable inflation rate is the rate that
A. Maximizes the "wealth effect" of inflation.
B. Has the least effect on the behavior of companies, investors, consumers, and workers.
C. Coincides with an unemployment rate of 0 percent.
D. Equals the official goal of 3 percent.
Answer: B
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