My income rose and the price of good Y rose also. That means that my demand curve for good X shifted right.

A. This statement will always be true if good Y is a substitute for good X.
B. This statement will always be true if good Y is a substitute for X and X is a normal good.
C. This statement will always be true if good X is a normal good.
D. This statement is always true.


Answer: B

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