A significant summer drought takes place in several states, including lowa, Nebraska, Illinois, Minnesota, Indiana, and others. Because of the drought, the corn crop is severely damaged and limited for market. How will the drought and damage to the corn market likely
affect the overall price of goods?
A)
The drought and damage to the corn market will likely have little effect on
the overall price of goods, since corn production is extremely small in the
United States.
B)
The drought and damage to the corn market will likely have little effect on
the overall price of goods, as most Americans have excluded starches, Like
corn, from their diets.
The drought and damage to the corn market will likely have a great effect
on the overall price of goods, as corn-producers are required members of
the Federal Reserve Board of Governors.
D)
The drought and damage to the corn market will likely have a great effect
on the overall price of goods, as corn is used as a component for many
goods produced and sold in the United States