Which of the following best describes the concept of 'Income Effect' in consumer theory? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following best describes the concept of 'Income Effect' in consumer theory?
A. Change in demand due to a change in tastes
B. Change in quantity demanded due to a change in real income resulting from a price change
C. Change in supply due to a change in input prices
D. Change in quantity demanded due to a change in relative prices holding real income constant
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The income effect refers to the change in quantity demanded of a good that results solely from the change in real income caused by a change in the price of the good.

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