Inflation-adjusted Numbers
Corrected for inflation by CPI:
| 1917 dollars | 2005 dollars |
|---|---|
| $2,000 | $30,516 |
| $20,000 | $305,156 |
| $2,000,000 | $30,515,625 |
Read more about this topic: War Revenue Act Of 1917
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