An employee receives a 4% raise in their nominal wage over a year. During the same period, the overall price level increases by 6%. What is the approximate change in the employee's real wage?
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An employee receives a 4% raise in their nominal wage over a year. During the same period, the overall price level increases by 6%. What is the approximate change in the employee's real wage?
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