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Analyzing Changes in Economic Well-being
An individual in Country A receives a 10% annual pay raise, while the average price of goods and services increases by 12%. An individual in Country B receives a 3% annual pay raise, while the average price of goods and services increases by 1%. Which individual is in a better economic position at the end of the year? Justify your answer by explaining the change in each individual's purchasing power.
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