Laspeyres' price index formula uses which of the following as weights? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Laspeyres' price index formula uses which of the following as weights?
A. Average of base and current year quantities
B. Arbitrary quantities
C. Base year quantities
D. Current year quantities
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Laspeyres' index uses base year quantities (q0) as weights to measure price changes.

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