Figure 21-19
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 21-19. From the figure we can determine how much income Hannah earns when young and we can determine the interest rate. Could the interest rate rise to a level at which Hannah could afford to be at point A?
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