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Figure 21-32 The figure shows three indifference curves and a budget constraint for a consumer named Hannah. When young, Hannah works and earns income. When old, she is retired and earns no income.
-Refer to Figure 21-32. Which of the four labeled points is Hannah's optimum?
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