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Which of the following statements about inflation and wage adjustments is correct?

hard Q9 of 15
Economic Awareness - Sectors of Indian Economy
Which of the following statements about inflation and wage adjustments is correct?
ANominal wages always increase at the same rate as inflation
BWage-price spiral can cause inflation to persist
CReal wages remain constant if nominal wages rise slower than inflation
DInflation reduces nominal wages but increases real wages
Step-by-Step Solution
  1. Step 1: Understand wage–price spiral

    The wage–price spiral is a situation where rising wages increase production costs, leading firms to raise prices, which in turn leads workers to demand higher wages.
  2. Step 2: Analyze the options

    Nominal wages do not always rise with inflation. If nominal wages rise slower than inflation, real wages fall. Inflation does not reduce nominal wages by itself.
  3. Step 3: Identify the correct statement

    The wage–price spiral explains how inflation can sustain itself over time.
  4. Final Answer:

    Wage-price spiral can cause inflation to persist → Option B
  5. Quick Check:

    Wage–price spiral fuels continuing inflation ✅
Quick Trick: Wages ↑ → costs ↑ → prices ↑ → wages ↑ (cycle continues).
Common Mistakes:
  • Assuming nominal wages always match inflation or confusing real and nominal wages.
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