What is the CPI base period a. Period the index equals 100 b. Period the weight data have been collected c. Period the average prices are compiled for index calculation d. Period the CPI was first established e. There are three reference periods, no base period.

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What is the CPI base period

a. Period the index equals 100

b. Period the weight data have been collected

c. Period the average prices are compiled for index calculation

d. Period the CPI was first established

e. There are three reference periods, no base period.

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