Suppose the united states created a car that is powered completely by sand. which of the next situations would most likely take place? a) people would no longer drive cars. b) car companies would quickly do out of business. c) nations with large deserts would demand these cars. d) consumers would not be able to decide which cars to purchase. 2) this term refers to the overall increase in the price of goods and services. a) appreciation b) deflation c) depreciation d) inflation