Which Action Might We Logically Expect to Result from Rising

question 63

Multiple Choice

Which action might we logically expect to result from rising stock prices?

• A) increased household wealth leading to increased consumption spending
• B) firms sell fewer shares of new stock
• C) firms spend less on investment
• D) people will save more and consume less

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