A friend tells you that his income has risen every year by 5 percent. At the same time, prices, on average, have risen by 5 percent. Your friend claims he is better off. Your friend
A. Has experienced an increase in real income only.
B. Really is better off as he suggests.
C. Has experienced an increase in nominal and real income.
D. Is experiencing money illusion.
Answer: D
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