In the context of inflation, 'Headline Inflation' typically refers to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In the context of inflation, 'Headline Inflation' typically refers to:
A. Only food inflation
B. Overall inflation including all items in the basket
C. Inflation excluding food and fuel
D. Only fuel inflation
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Headline inflation measures the total inflation in an economy, including all items such as food, fuel and others. Core inflation excludes volatile items like food and fuel.

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Question #1
Which of the following is an example of a transfer payment?
A. Salary paid to government employees
B. Pension paid to retired employees
C. Payment for purchase of goods
D. Interest paid on government borrowings

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Transfer payments are unilateral payments for which no goods or services are received in return, such as pensions, scholarships and unemployment allowances. Interest on borrowings is also a transfer, but pension is a classic example.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #2
The concept of 'Fiscal Multiplier' measures:
A. Only the change in the money supply
B. Only the change in interest rates
C. Only the change in the exchange rate
D. The change in output resulting from a unit change in government spending or taxes

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The fiscal multiplier is the ratio of the change in real GDP to an exogenous change in the fiscal instrument (government purchases or taxes).

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #3
Which of the following factors does NOT affect the price elasticity of demand?
A. Availability of close substitutes
B. Nature of the commodity (necessity or luxury)
C. Time period allowed for adjustment
D. Cost of production of the commodity

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The cost of production influences the supply side. Price elasticity of demand depends on substitutes, nature of the good, proportion of income spent, time and habits.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1