Sally considers apples and oranges to be complements in consumption. If the price of apples increases, then what happens to the demand for apples and oranges?
A) The quantity demanded of apples increases, and the demand for oranges increases.
B) The quantity demanded of apples decreases, and the demand for oranges decreases.
C) The demand for apples increases, and the quantity demanded for oranges increases.
D) The quantity demanded for apples increases, and the quantity demanded for oranges increases.

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When the price of apples increases, the quantity demanded of apples decreases because consumers are less willing or able to buy apples at a higher price. Since apples and oranges are complements, a decrease in the demand for apples leads to a decrease in the demand for oranges, as consumers are less likely to buy oranges when they buy fewer apples.

Sally Considers Apples and Oranges to Be Complements in Consumption