The consumer faces a budget constraint because the market price of X is $3, the market price of Y is $3, and the consumer's budget is $90. In order for this consumer to choose the corner solution at point E, which of the following must occur?

A.  price of Y must rise to $6. 
B. price of X must rise to $6.
C. price of Y must rise to $9.
D. price of X must rise to $9. 


Answer: D

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