Generally speaking, ________ starts out negative, turns positive, then approaches zero near the end of life.
A) wealth
B) income
C) consumption
D) all of the above

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Wealth usually starts out negative for young adults who may have student debt or low income. As they progress in their careers and accumulate assets, their wealth becomes positive and may increase over time. However, as they near retirement age, they may start to spend down their wealth and distribute it among heirs, causing it to approach zero again. Income and consumption may also follow a similar pattern, but the question specifically asks for the best choice, which is wealth.

Generally Speaking, ________ Starts Out Negative, Turns Positive, Then Approaches