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Which of the following is used to measure the overall inflation in the economy based on GDP data?

easy Q3 of 15
Economic Awareness - Sectors of Indian Economy
Which of the following is used to measure the overall inflation in the economy based on GDP data?
AConsumer Price Index (CPI)
BWholesale Price Index (WPI)
CProducer Price Index (PPI)
DGDP Deflator
Step-by-Step Solution
  1. Step 1: Identify inflation measures

    CPI and WPI measure inflation for consumer and wholesale goods respectively, while GDP Deflator measures inflation for all goods and services in GDP.
  2. Step 2: Apply concept

    GDP Deflator is calculated as (Nominal GDP / Real GDP) × 100 and reflects overall price changes in the economy.
  3. Final Answer:

    GDP Deflator → Option D
  4. Quick Check:

    GDP Deflator = inflation measure based on GDP data ✅
Quick Trick: GDP Deflator = Nominal ÷ Real × 100
Common Mistakes:
  • Confusing GDP Deflator with CPI or WPI which cover limited baskets.
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