Inflation
Introduce the concept of inflation.
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Lessons & Activities
46-60 min
Market Basket
OVERVIEW
In this lesson, compare the price of goods from one time period to another and through discussion and role play interpret the effects of inflation on consumers. Categorize goods and services according to the eight major groups of the consumer price index.
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