The Paradox of Value Refers to the

question 107

Multiple Choice

The paradox of value refers to the

• A) utility maximizing rule.
• B) fact that water is vital but cheap while diamonds are relatively useless but expensive.
• C) fact that consumers have different preferences and utility schedules.
• D) law of demand.
• E) issue of why the consumer surplus from water equals the consumer surplus from diamonds.

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