Discover how base periods serve as benchmarks to analyze variable changes over time. Learn their role in economics and finance, and see practical examples.

Discover how reference rates like the SOFR and prime rate serve as benchmarks for setting interest rates, and explore their impact on mortgages and financial contracts.

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