Hyperinflation in the United States is a rare but dangerous economic phenomenon. It occurs when prices rise sharply over a period of months or even years, due to too much money being printed and circulated in the economy. This means that the value of money decreases quickly, making it so that consumers are no longer able to purchase goods and services with their currency. The result is rampant inflation, which can wreak havoc on economies and lead to impoverishment if unchecked. Thankfully, the US Federal Reserve has implemented rules to prevent hyperinflation, including setting interest rates and controlling the money supply. While hyperinflation remains a risk, it is highly unlikely that it will occur in the US.