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If inflation is caused primarily by rising input costs, which group is most likely to suffer losses?

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Economic Awareness - Sectors of Indian Economy
If inflation is caused primarily by rising input costs, which group is most likely to suffer losses?
AWage earners with cost of living adjustment
BBorrowers
CLenders
DProducers
Step-by-Step Solution
  1. Step 1: Understand cost-push inflation

    Cost-push inflation occurs when input costs rise, increasing production expenses.
  2. Step 2: Analyze impact on producers

    If producers cannot raise output prices proportionally, their profit margins shrink, causing losses.
  3. Final Answer:

    Producers → Option D
  4. Quick Check:

    Producers = correct ✅
Quick Trick: Cost-push inflation squeezes producers' profits.
Common Mistakes:
  • Assuming producers always gain during inflation.
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