The simple aggregative price index is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The simple aggregative price index is:
A. Σp₁q₀ / Σp₀q₀ × 100
B. Σp₁q₁ / Σp₀q₁ × 100
C. Σp₁ / Σp₀ × 100
D. √(L×P) × 100
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Simple aggregative index sums current prices, divides by sum of base prices, and multiplies by 100.

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