Figure 1: Architecture of Collaborative Interaction Manager an abstract, hierarchical, partially ordered representation of the actions typically performed to achieve goals in the ap-plication domain. The discourse state contains instances of classes/types deï¬ned in the task model. The two key algo-
Finding Essential Inflation Information. 1  1. Look up the average prices of the several products across a few years. Inflation is calculated by comparing prices of standard goods across time -- things like a loaf of white bread or a gallon of milk. 2  2. Load the Consumer Price Index.
Definition and Example of Inflation. Inflation is an economic term that refers to an environment of generally rising prices of goods and services within a particular economy. As general prices rise, the purchasing power of the consumer decreases. The measure of inflation over time is referred to as the inflation rate. In common terminology, many people may refer to inflation as the cost of living.. For example, prices for many consumer goods are double that of 20 years ago.