What Determines the Velocity of a Tidal Wave

question 39

Multiple Choice

What determines the velocity of a tidal wave?

• A) Ocean depth
• B) Gravity
• C) Trade winds
• D) Coriolis effect

Interpret the slope of indifference curves as the rate of substitution between goods.

Comprehend how movement along an indifference curve affects total utility.

Relate the concept of higher indifference curves with greater levels of utility.

Understand the non-crossing property and convexity of indifference curves for ordinary goods.

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