The Equation for the Marginal Rate of Substitution of Good

question 55

Multiple Choice

The equation for the marginal rate of substitution of good X for good Y (that is, MRS_XY) is given by:

• A) ΔU(X,Y)/ΔX.
• B) -ΔY/ΔX.
• C) ΔY × ΔX.
• D) -X/Y.

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