Question 1:

i) Elaborate on how CPI is used to calculate inflation and what are the limitations of such a measure?

ii) Growth is always beneficial. Discuss

iii) Explain the importance of both demand and supply factors in influencing the growth of GDP

Question 2:

i) State and explain the assumptions of a perfectly competitive market.

ii) Analyse the effects on the firm's profit and output of an increase in demand in the short run and long run.

iii) Elaborate on the various types of economies of scale and discuss whether they always improve the welfare of consumers.