Which of the following is a cause of cost-push inflation? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a cause of cost-push inflation?
A. Increase in aggregate demand
B. Increase in money supply
C. Increase in government spending
D. Increase in wages and raw material costs
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Cost-push inflation arises when the cost of production increases due to higher wages, raw material prices or other input costs, leading to higher prices.

Discuss this Question (0)

No comments yet. Be the first to start the discussion!

Practice More Economy Set 1 Questions

Question #1
The 'Goods and Services Tax' on unbranded cereals is:
A. 0%
B. 12%
C. 5%
D. 18%

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Unbranded cereals are exempt from GST.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #2
The concept of 'Pareto Efficiency' implies that:
A. Income is equally distributed
B. No reallocation can make one person better off without making someone else worse off
C. All markets are perfectly competitive
D. Resources can be reallocated to make someone better off without making anyone worse off

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
A Pareto efficient allocation is one where it is impossible to make any individual better off without making at least one individual worse off.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #3
The 'Goods and Services Tax' on chocolates is:
A. 12%
B. 18%
C. 5%
D. 28%

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Chocolates attract 18% GST.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1