-Jennifer Has the Utility of Wealth Curve Shown in the Figure

question 3

Multiple Choice

-Jennifer has the utility of wealth curve shown in the figure above. She owns a car worth $15,000, and that is her only wealth. There is a 10 percent chance that Jennifer will have an accident within a year. If she does have an accident, her car is worthless. The maximum amount that Jennifer is willing to pay for auto insurance is

• A) $3,500.
• B) $2,000.
• C) $4,500.
• D) $9,000.

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Definitions:

Financial Markets

Marketplaces where buyers and sellers participate in the trade of assets such as equities, bonds, currencies, and derivatives.

Market Efficiency

A concept that describes the degree to which stock prices and other securities prices reflect all available, relevant information.

Market Value

The ongoing cost in the market for an asset or service to be sold or bought.

Investment Cost

The total expenses incurred in purchasing an asset, including the price of the asset plus any additional fees or charges.