George Has Total Wealth of $50,000

question 18

Essay

George has total wealth of $50,000. He allocates $40,000 to Treasury bills yielding 6% and $10,000 to a NOW account yielding 3%. What value does George place on his checkable deposits? What if the yield on T-bills rises to 12%?

Analyze the impact of single-peaked preferences on collective decision-making and public goods provision.

Examine the relationship between utility functions, income, and the provision of goods within a market.

Understand the concept of tax mechanisms, such as Clarke tax, and their role in addressing externalities.

Identify examples of public goods and evaluate the challenges of providing such goods efficiently.

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Clear Communication

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