Mahfud Md will provide an explanation in accordance with his knowledge. He considers that the debate held is not like an exam. "It's called a debate, it's not a dissertation exam, where you are asked about your ability to grasp the problem," said Mahfud.

"Read about economics and stuff like that. Read in the newspaper every day, it doesn't have to be specifically reading," said Mahfud. Mahfud explained that various current issues including those related to the economy can easily be found in the newspaper, ranging from matters of interest rates to inflation."

"In the newspaper, they talk about infrastructure, economy, interest rates, and inflation. It's all there in the newspaper," he said. Mahfud refused to comment when asked about the readiness of other candidates, namely Gibran Rakabuming Raka, who has a background as a businessman."