Scenario 21-3 Scott Knows That He Will Ultimately Face Retirement. Assume That

Multiple Choice

Scenario 21-3
Scott knows that he will ultimately face retirement. Assume that Scott will experience two periods in his life, one in which he works and earns income, and one in which he is retired and earns no income. Scott can earn $250,000 during his working period and nothing in his retirement period. He must both save and consume in his work period with an interest rate of 10 percent on savings.
-Refer to Scenario 21-3. If the interest rate on savings increases, it is possible that

A) Scott will decrease his savings in the work period.
B) Scott will increase his savings in the work period.
C) Scott will not change his consumption in the work period.
D) All of the above are possible.