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During a presidential campaign, the incumbent argues that he should be reelected because nominal GDP grew by 12 percent during his 4-year term in office. You know that population grew by 4 percent over the period and that the GDP deflator increased by 6 percent during the past 4 years. You should conclude that real GDP per person

a. grew by 2%
b. grew by 6%
c. grew by 8%
d. grew by 12%

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Answer:

The correct answer is "grew,but by less than 12%"

Explanation:

  • Since GDP grew by 12% but at the same time population also increase by 4% so the overall increase will be less than 12% to calculate the exact amount on percentage increase in GDP more data is needed.

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