Question

In a debate on the state of the economy Senator A pointed out that the price of clothing, fruits, and computers had decreased slightly over the last year, while Senator B stated that the inflation rate had increased over the last year. In this example, aggregate data is being used by:______
a. both senators
b. senator A
c. senator B
d. neither senator

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct answer is letter "C": senator B.

Explanation:

Aggregate data is information obtained out of different variables that are compiled into a single study to give an idea of what the change was in the matter involving those variables throughout a period. Aggregate data aims to portrait information of interest to the general public which is usually expressed in numeric values or rates.

Thus, by talking about the inflation rate change, Senator B is using aggregate data.