WAEC Economics 1994 Question 5

Question 5

Money and Inflation

Which of the following functions of money makes it possible for any person to provide for old age?

  1. A.Medium of exchange
  2. B.Store of value
  3. C.Measure of value
  4. D.Unit of account
  5. E.Standard for deferred payments
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Store of value)

Explanation

Because money can store value, a person can save part of today's income and spend it in old age.