If Marlowe Obtains 9 Units of Utility Per Dollar Spent

question 119

Multiple Choice

If Marlowe obtains 9 units of utility per dollar spent on apples and 6 units of utility per dollar spent on oranges, then Marlowe

• A)is maximizing total utility.
• B)should buy more apples and fewer oranges.
• C)should buy more oranges and fewer apples.
• D)should buy fewer oranges and fewer apples.

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Definitions:

Silicates

Minerals that contain silicon and oxygen, often with one or more metals, forming the majority of the Earth's crust.

Element Si

Silicon, a chemical element with symbol Si, known for its semiconductor properties and abundant use in electronic devices.

Quartz

A hard, crystalline mineral composed of silicon dioxide, notable for its durability and its use in making jewelry and electronic equipment.

Oxides

Compounds composed of oxygen and another element, which can form minerals and play significant roles in geological processes.