A Consumer Buys Only Food and Clothing

question 80

Multiple Choice

A consumer buys only food and clothing. If the quantity of food bought increases while that of clothing remains the same, the marginal utility of food will:

• A) fall, but not as fast as the marginal utility of clothing falls.
• B) rise, but not as fast as the marginal utility of clothing rises.
• C) rise relative to the marginal utility of clothing.
• D) fall relative to the marginal utility of clothing.

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Definitions:

GABA

Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid, a neurotransmitter in the brain that inhibits nerve transmission, playing a key role in reducing neuronal excitability and anxiety.

Serotonin Metabolism

The biological process by which the neurotransmitter serotonin is produced, used, and broken down in the body.

SSRI

Stand for Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors, a class of drugs used to treat depression by increasing the level of serotonin in the brain.

Paroxetine

A medication commonly used to treat depression, anxiety disorders, and other mental health conditions, belonging to the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) class.