In January 2017, the National Retail Federation reported that "Holiday retail sales during November and December increased 4 percent over 2015 to $658.3 billion." The NRF's chief economist "noted that average hourly earnings were up in 2016 over 2015 ... home values have also increased and the rising stock market has increased the value of consumers' investments."

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In January 2017, the National Retail
Federation reported that "Holiday retail sales
during November and December increased 4
percent over 2015 to $658.3 billion." The
NRF's chief economist "noted that average
hourly earnings were up in 2016 over 2015 ...
home values have also increased and the rising
stock market has increased the value of
consumers' investments."
Which models of consumption behavior was
the economist referring to?
O Keynesian consumption model and
precautionary savings model.
O Keynesian consumption model and Modigliani's
life cycle model.
O Inventory cycle model and Modigliani's life cycle
model.
O Precautionary savings model and Friedman's.
permanent income model
Transcribed Image Text:In January 2017, the National Retail Federation reported that "Holiday retail sales during November and December increased 4 percent over 2015 to $658.3 billion." The NRF's chief economist "noted that average hourly earnings were up in 2016 over 2015 ... home values have also increased and the rising stock market has increased the value of consumers' investments." Which models of consumption behavior was the economist referring to? O Keynesian consumption model and precautionary savings model. O Keynesian consumption model and Modigliani's life cycle model. O Inventory cycle model and Modigliani's life cycle model. O Precautionary savings model and Friedman's. permanent income model
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