In Contrast to the Investment Schedule, the Consumption Schedule Is

question 169

Multiple Choice

In contrast to the investment schedule, the consumption schedule is:

• A)relatively stable.
• B)relatively unstable.
• C)downward sloping.
• D)horizontal.

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