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Why would stable prices be a goal of the US government?

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The objective of price stability refers to the general level of prices in the economy. It implies avoiding both prolonged inflation and deflation. Price stability contributes to achieving high levels of economic activity
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Inflation is harmful to the economy as a whole.

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