Which of the Following Best Describes Why Indifference Curves Cannot

question 245

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes why indifference curves cannot cross?​

• A)​If indifference curves cross, there are situations where individuals are indifferent between bundles where one bundle contains strictly more of both goods than the other bundle.
• B)​If indifference curves cross, individuals are not necessarily consuming along their budget line.
• C)​If indifference curves cross, the marginal rate of substitution can be both increasing and decreasing at a specific point.
• D)​If indifference curves cross, the goods can be both substitutes and complements.

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