Which of the following is an example of someone with inflationary expectations taking a step designed to insulate themselves from the higher expected rates of inflation?

a. a consumer deciding to delay the purchase of a new home or automobile
b. a consumer who borrows money at a fixed interest rate in order to purchase a new home or automobile
c. an investor who borrows funds at an adjustable money interest rate (one that automatically increases with higher inflation)
d. a home buyer who borrows funds at a variable interest rate

B

Economics

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a. True b. False

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