The Laspeyres price index is 120 and the Paasche price index is 110. Fisher's index is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The Laspeyres price index is 120 and the Paasche price index is 110. Fisher's index is:
A. 115.5
B. 115.0
C. 113.0
D. 114.89
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
√(120×110)=√13200≈114.89.

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