The Diamond-Water Paradox

question 172

Multiple Choice

The diamond-water paradox

• A)is the fact that people get more utility from water than diamonds, but the price of diamonds is much higher than that of water.
• B)occurs whenever someone is willing to pay more for something that is a necessity compared to what he or she is willing to pay for a luxury.
• C)illustrates the ability economists have to measure utility.
• D)occurs when an individual prefers water to diamonds.
• E)occurs when an individual prefers diamonds to water.

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