(Table) the Table Shows Popeye's Preferences for Cans of Spinach

question 338

Multiple Choice

(Table) The table shows Popeye's preferences for cans of spinach. Based on the table, which statement is correct?
$\begin{array}{|c|c|}\hline \text { Cans of Spinach } & \text { Total Utility } \\\hline 4 & 55 \\\hline 5 & 60 \\\hline 6 & 63 \\\hline 7 & 63 \\\hline 8 & 61 \\\hline\end{array}$

• A) The marginal utility of the sixth can is 63.
• B) The marginal utility of the sixth can is 3.
• C) The eighth can of spinach would be consumed.
• D) The marginal utility is maximized with six cans.

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Definitions:

Labeling Theory

The view that reactions of, and characterizations by, others are an essential element in deviance.

Rule-Breaking Behaviors

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Anomie Theory

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