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April 1985, Vol. 108, No. 4

Revision of Consumer Price Index
is now under way

John L. Marcoot
Manager of the CPI Revision Program, Office of Prices and Living Conditions, Bureau of Labor Statistics

Upon completion in 1987, the revised CPI will reflect current population and spending patterns, as well as an improved housing survey and other technical enhancements.

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