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In such an inflationary environment, it might seem impossible for McDonald's operators, the majority of whom are franchisees, to eke out a profit on a $5 meal. But Mark Kalinowski, a veteran fast-food-industry analyst, estimated there's a 1% to 5% profit margin on the combo, which translates into anywhere from $.05 to $.25 per meal.

Expect this pricing to last just a single month.