What are Giffen goods? Why it is called that? – InterviewSolution

1.	What are Giffen goods? Why it is called that?
Answer» The Giffen goods are inferior goods which are an exception to the law of demand. When the price of an inferior good falls, the poor will buy less and vice versa.

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