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Stupid transmission related question...

So, I'm a bit of a noob when it comes to this stuff, so be easy on me. (or not) Which is more fuel economical in this scenario: When driving

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So, I'm a bit of a noob when it comes to this stuff, so be easy on me. (or not)

Which is more fuel economical in this scenario:

When driving @ 70MPH, say I want to accelerate to 80MPH, and I'm in final gear.

A) Floor it without shifting.
B) Shift down a gear (or two) and accelerate at the same speed as A. Meaning reach 80MPH at the same length of time as the first case.

Like I said, it's probably a stupid question, but enlighten me!
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