In Order for an Efficient Allocation in an Edgeworth Box

question 36

Multiple Choice

In order for an efficient allocation in an Edgeworth box to exist, the indifference curves of the agents at the point of that allocation must

• A) intersect
• B) be tangent to each other
• C) not touch at any point or points

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Forward Contract

A non-standardized contract between two parties to buy or sell an asset at a specified future time at a price agreed upon today.

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Initiation Date

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Forward Contract

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