Which of These Combinations of Orchids and Lilies CANNOT Be

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which of these combinations of orchids and lilies CANNOT be on the same indifference curve as the other three?

• A) 12 orchids and 15 lilies
• B) 6 orchids and 24 lilies
• C) 9 orchids and 10 lilies
• D) 15 orchids and 12 lilies

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Definitions:

Primary Productivity

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