Which of the following best describes the "wealth effect"?

A) When the price level falls, the real value of household wealth falls.
B) When the price level falls, the real value of household wealth rises.
C) When the price level falls, the nominal value of household wealth rises.
D) When the price level falls, the nominal value of household wealth falls.


B

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