Assume That Corn and Soybeans Are Alternatives That Could Be

question 302

Multiple Choice

Assume that corn and soybeans are alternatives that could be grown by most farmers. An increase in the price of corn will

• A) increase the supply of corn.
• B) increase the supply of soybeans.
• C) decrease the supply of soybeans.
• D) decrease the supply of corn.
• E) have no effect on the supplies of corn and soybeans.

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Definitions:

Total Utility

The total satisfaction or benefit that a consumer derives from consuming a certain quantity of a good or service.

Total Utility

The total satisfaction received from consuming a particular quantity of goods and services.

Marginal Utility

The change in satisfaction or utility that an individual gains from consuming an additional unit of a good or service.

Consumer Surplus

The disparity in the total spending consumers are willing and able to commit to a good or service compared to what they truly spend.