When Inflation Occurs, Consumers

question 128

Multiple Choice

When inflation occurs, consumers

• A)realize gains in their wealth.
• B)increase spending to catch up with higher prices.
• C)automatically shift the consumption line upward.
• D)suffer a decrease in real wealth.

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