What is the likely effect on total utility if income is redistributed from a wealthy individual to a poorer individual?

• A. Total utility is likely to decrease because the wealthy individual loses more utility.
• B. Total utility is unaffected by income redistribution.
• C. Total utility remains unchanged because the total amount of money is constant.
• D. Total utility is likely to increase because the poorer individual gains more utility from each additional dollar.

Answer: (D)