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          Which one of the following statements is an appropriate description of deflation?

    A) It is a sudden fall in the value of a currency against other currencies

    B) It is a persistent recession in both the financial and real sectors of economy

    C) It is a persistent fall in the general price level of goods and services

    D) It is a fall in the rate of inflation over a period of time

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

    Deflation is a decrease in the prices of goods and services. It occurs when the annual inflation rate falls below 0%, which is negative inflation rate. This is different from Disinflation which is a slow- down in the inflation rate. This is a situation when inflation declines to lower levels but prices continue to rise.


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