Question 1
The GDP deflator in year 3 is 135 using year 1 as a base year. This means that, on average, the price of goods and services is
◦ 135% higher in year 3 than in year 1.
◦ 17.5% higher in year 3 than in year 1.
◦ 35% higher in year 3 than in year 1.
◦ 17.5% higher in year 1 than in year 3.
Question 2
The GDP deflator in year 3 is 85 using year 1 as a base year. This means that, on average, the price of goods and services is
◦ 15% higher in year 3 than in year 1.
◦ 7.5% higher in year 3 than in year 1.
◦ 15% higher in year 1 than in year 3.
◦ 7.5% higher in year 1 than in year 3.