If the marginal propensity to consume was 0.9, it would mean that:
A. consumers spend $1 out of every $10 of additional disposable income.
B. consumers save $9 out of every $10 of additional disposable income.
C. consumers spend $9 out of every $10 of additional disposable income.
D. people should save more.
Answer: C
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