Which Statement Best Explains an Increase in Consumer Spending

question 116

Multiple Choice

Which statement best explains an increase in consumer spending?

• A) People spend more when the price level rises because the dollars they hold are worth more.
• B) People spend more when the price level rises because the dollars they hold are worth less.
• C) People spend more when the price level falls because the dollars they hold are worth more.
• D) People spend more when the price level falls because the dollars they hold are worth less.

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Definitions:

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