The marginal propensity to consume (MPC) is

A. the percentage of real disposable income consumed.
B. the percentage of an additional dollar of real disposable income that will go toward additional real consumption spending.
C. the percentage of real disposable income saved.
D. the rate at which real consumption spending changes over time.


Answer: B

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