The rate of inflation formula shown is not to be confused with the purchasing power of goods relative to income. An example, albeit an extreme example, would be an individual who recently discovers that their income will increase to $1,000,000 from $20,000 per year--a 5,000% increase.
A common symptom of diabetes is sweet-smelling urine. People with untreated diabetes have high blood sugar levels. High blood sugar levels cause the sweet urine odor. See your doctor as soon as possible if your urine frequently smells sweet. Untreated diabetes is dangerous and can be life threatening.
It might smell sweet or foul. The most common complaint is ammonia-like smell. Basically, the odor arises due to the concentration of chemicals. When one's intake of water and fluids is normal, and the bladder is emptied at regular intervals, the urine is often clear and does not have any odor.