The 'shoe-leather cost' of inflation refers to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'shoe-leather cost' of inflation refers to:
A. cost of unemployment
B. cost of holding less cash and making more frequent trips to banks
C. cost of buying shoes
D. cost of imports
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Shoe-leather cost is the cost associated with reducing money holdings to avoid inflation.

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The 'current daily status' of unemployment measures unemployment on:
A. yearly basis
B. monthly basis
C. weekly basis
D. a day basis

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
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B. 18%
C. 5%
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Correct Answer: Option B


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