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Which of the following is a fiscal measure used to curb inflation?

An increase in direct tax is a fiscal measure that can curb inflation by reducing disposable income and aggregate demand. Credit control and changes involving the currency…

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Which of the following is a fiscal measure used to curb inflation?

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An increase in direct tax is a fiscal measure that can curb inflation by reducing disposable income and aggregate demand. Credit control and changes involving the currency belong to monetary measures rather than taxation policy.

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