The Magnitude of the Differences in Objects Is Shown When

question 23

Multiple Choice

The magnitude of the differences in objects is shown when which types of scales are used?

• A) Interval or ordinal
• B) Ratio or ordinal
• C) Ordinal or nominal
• D) Interval or ratio
• E) Nominal or interval

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Definitions:

Total Utility

The overall satisfaction or utility that a consumer derives from consuming a certain quantity of goods or services.

Marginal Utility

The extra pleasure or benefit a consumer receives from using an additional unit of a product or service.

Maximizing Utility

The process by which individuals or consumers adjust their consumption of goods and services to achieve the highest level of satisfaction or utility.

Consumer Surplus

The difference between the maximum amount a person is willing to pay for a good and its current market price.