Which of the Following Statements Best Describes the "Wealth Effect

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the "wealth effect," as described in the textbook?

• A) Households with equity in their houses are wealthier than households that rent their housing
• B) Expected appreciation in assets, such as home equity, may increase spending on other goods and services in the economy
• C) Economists believe that wealthier households have a positive effect on the housing market, while low-income households have negative effect
• D) A 10 percent increase in homeownership is associated with a 12 percent increase in economic growth

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