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what is the real interest rate for an account with nominal interest rate of 1% when the rate of inflation is 1%

-2%
-1%
-0%
-1%
-2%

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Answer:

0% is your answer

Explanation:

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To find the real interest rate, subtract the rate of inflation from the nominal interest rate.

Real interest rate = 1% - 1% = 0%