The concept of 'wealth effect' in consumption refers to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The concept of 'wealth effect' in consumption refers to:
A. saving increasing when wealth falls
B. consumption increasing when wealth increases
C. consumption increasing when debt increases
D. investment increasing when interest rates rise
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The wealth effect says consumption rises when household wealth rises.

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B. Paul Rosenstein-Rodan
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Correct Answer: Option B


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