-John's Utility of Wealth Curve Is Shown in the Above

question 150

Multiple Choice

-John's utility of wealth curve is shown in the above figure. He currently has total wealth of $20,000. If there is a 50 percent chance that his $10,000 car will be stolen, then his expected wealth equals

• A) $0.
• B) $10,000.
• C) $15,000.
• D) $20,000.

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