A graph of the rate of inflation in Canada over the twentieth century shows:
A) an overall upward trend interrupted by a large downturn in the 1930s.
B) some periods of deflation in the first half of the century,but almost entirely positive rates of inflation in the second half of the century.
C) a relatively steady,positive level throughout the century except for deflation in the 1930s.
D) a constant rate of inflation in the first half of the century followed by an upward trend in the second half.

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The graph of inflation rate in Canada over the twentieth century shows that there were some periods of deflation in the first half of the century, but almost entirely positive rates of inflation in the second half of the century. There was also a large downturn in the 1930s, but overall the inflation rate was relatively steady and positive throughout the century. Therefore, choice B is the best option.

A Graph of the Rate of Inflation in Canada Over