If Good X Is an Inferior Good, a Decrease in Consumer

question 357

Multiple Choice

If good X is an inferior good, a decrease in consumer income, other things being equal, will shift the:

• A) demand curve for good X to the right.
• B) demand curve for good X to the left.
• C) supply curve for good X to the right.
• D) supply curve for good X to the left.

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Definitions:

Diminishing Marginal Utility

The principle that as a person consumes more of a good, the satisfaction gained from each additional unit decreases.

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A type of fruit known for its sweet taste and crisp texture, coming in various colors such as red, green, and yellow.

Diminishing Marginal Utility

The principle that as a person increases consumption of a product, there is a decline in the marginal utility that person derives from consuming each additional unit of that product.

Floor Wax

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