An increase in which of the following would cause the aggregate demand curve to shift to the left?

Suppose a change in the stock market makes people feel wealthier, increases consumption, and shifts the aggregate-demand curve right. The change in the stock market must have been

a) an increase in stock prices. b) a decrease in stock prices. c) the stock market has no effect on wealth and consumption. d) no change in stock prices.

The term "born with a silver spoon in his mouth" mistakenly implies

A) only monetary endowments allow one to trade with others. B) only the wealthy are strong negotiators in trade. C) endowments are physical. D) endowments differ.