The concept of 'Purchasing Power Parity' is used to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The concept of 'Purchasing Power Parity' is used to:
A. Compare the relative value of currencies based on a basket of goods
B. Determine the interest rate only
C. Calculate the fiscal deficit
D. Measure unemployment
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Purchasing Power Parity (PPP) is a theory and method that compares currencies by determining the amount needed to purchase the same basket of goods and services in different countries.

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Question #1
The 'Goods and Services Tax' on legal services provided to individuals is:
A. 12%
B. 18%
C. 0%
D. 5%

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Legal services to individuals attract 18% GST.

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Question #2
The 'net factor income from abroad' is negative when factor incomes paid abroad are:
A. equal to factor incomes received
B. greater than factor incomes received from abroad
C. less than factor incomes received from abroad
D. zero

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Net factor income from abroad is negative when payments abroad exceed receipts from abroad.

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Question #3
The 'demonstration effect' in consumption means:
A. people copy the consumption patterns of others
B. people reduce consumption
C. people save more
D. people consume only basic goods

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The demonstration effect is the tendency to imitate the consumption patterns of others.

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