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of Chain Index Method
The chain method provides a direct comparison between each year and
the preceding year and it is in such terms that a businessman often
thinks.
The chain base method allows the addition of new commodities.
removal of old commodities or the substitution of one commodity for
another.
It is possible to change the geographical coverage or the weight of a
commodity to meet changing conditions.
(iv) It satisfies the so-called circular test.
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Demerits of Chain Indi Method a
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