Which of the following constitutes a transfer payment?

"Good news" about an expenditure-related indicator means that

A) it is higher than its previous value. B) it is higher than it was expected to be. C) it is lower than its previous value. D) it rose faster than the rate of inflation.

Susan is trying to decide whether to quit her $20,000 per year job so she can return to college next year as a full time student. If she goes to college next year, her books and supplies will cost $500, tuition will cost $3,000, and her other expenses (transportation, housing, and food) will increase by $2,000. What is Susan's opportunity cost of attending college next year?

A) $5,500 B) $3,000 C) $25,500 D) $3,500