Suppose That Wilma's Utility Function Is Given by U(E)= 100

question 18

Multiple Choice

Suppose that Wilma's utility function is given by U(E) = 100 - 2E²,
Where E = Wilma's work effort in producing homemade dinners,measured in hours per day.The marginal utility of effort for Wilma is:

• A) 2E².
• B) -2E.
• C) 100.
• D) -4E.
• E) none of the above.

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