Isabella decides to buy a dress that Olivia has for sale; they agree on a price of $20 . Which of the following best describes who gains and who loses from the transaction?
a. If the dress originally costs more than $20, Isabella gains and Olivia loses.
b. If the dress originally costs less than $20, Olivia gains and Isabella loses.
c. Both parties expect to gain from this transaction.
d. If Olivia gains from the transaction, Isabella must lose an equal amount.
C
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