Biden Takes Credit for Inflation 'Coming Down'

Biden Takes Credit for Inflation 'Coming Down'

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The video discusses the recent decline in inflation rates in the U.S., highlighting a drop from 9.1% in the summer to 6.5% over the last 12 months. Gas prices have significantly decreased, contributing to this trend and providing financial relief to families. Food inflation is also slowing, with the avian flu impacting egg prices. Core inflation, excluding energy and food, has decreased to 3% annually. As inflation falls, workers' wages have increased, especially for lower and middle-income groups, indicating the success of the current economic plan.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the inflation rate over the last three months on an annualized basis?

11%

6.5%

9.1%

1.8%

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much has gas prices decreased from its peak, according to the administration?

$1.00

$1.70

$2.00

$2.50

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant factor contributing to the recent increase in food prices?

Drought

Increased demand

Avian flu outbreak

Supply chain disruptions

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current annualized rate of core inflation?

3%

6%

9%

11%

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How have workers' wages changed in recent months?

Increased only for high-income workers

Decreased significantly

Remained the same

Increased, especially for lower and middle income workers