This Diagram Shows Hypothetical Demand Curves for Individuals a and B

question 68

Multiple Choice

This diagram shows hypothetical demand curves for individuals A and B.

The differences in their slopes suggest that consumer A and consumer B

• A) have very different income levels.
• B) have different tastes.
• C) are not subject to the law of diminishing marginal utility.
• D) are charged different prices for the same commodity.
• E) are offered different amounts to purchase.

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