Multiple Choice
Which of these BEST illustrates the wealth effect?
A) Jacob saved $25,000, which he put in the stock market. The market suddenly did very well, and though Jacob is not yet aware of it, his stock portfolio value rose to $36,000.
B) Simon felt he needed at least $800,000 to retire comfortably. He increased his savings to build up his wealth.
C) The Jones family has $50,000 in the bank. But when prices rose dramatically, their purchasing power diminished by $50,000.
D) Margaret had her savings in Treasury bonds. She thought that stocks might offer her a better opportunity to increase her wealth, so she sold her bonds to buy stocks.
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