Which of the following would most likely concern policymakers?
A) high and rising core inﬂation
B) high CPI inﬂation and low core inﬂation
C) core inﬂation and CPI inﬂation that moved consistently over time
D) stable core inﬂation and volatile CPI inﬂation

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High and rising core inflation is a significant concern for policymakers because it indicates an underlying and persistent increase in the price of goods and services, excluding food and energy prices, which can signal broad inflationary pressures in the economy.

Which of the Following Would Most Likely Concern Policymakers