Refer to the Information Provided in Figure 6

question 215

Multiple Choice

Refer to the information provided in Figure 6.15 below to answer the question that follows. Figure 6.15
-Refer to Figure 6.15. The highest indifference curve depicted is the one on which point D lies. Why is Jason not maximizing his utility at point D?

• A) He cannot afford point D.
• B) His marginal utility per dollar spent on the last sandwich is greater than his marginal utility per dollar spent on his last hot dog.
• C) His marginal utility per dollar spent on the last sandwich is less than his marginal utility per dollar spent on his last hot dog.
• D) He is maximizing his utility at point C.

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