The bias in the CPI affects government outlays because the overstatement of inflation

A) means that tax receipts are less than what is needed to cover government outlays.
B) decreases government outlays by more than what is justified.
C) increases government outlays by more than what is justified.
D) decreases social welfare benefits.
E) increases fiscal pressure.

C

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