-In Figure 21

question 7

Multiple Choice

-In Figure 21.4, point z is halfway on a line between the no-trade allocation at point f and the no-advantage allocation at point m. Yet point z has higher utility than the other two points. This is because of which assumption?

• A) selfishness
• B) convex preferences
• C) increasing returns to scale

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Definitions:

Long-Term Investment

Assets purchased for the purpose of holding them for an extended period, often years, such as stocks, bonds, or real estate.

Bonds

Long-term instruments of debt issued by corporations or governments, promising to pay back the principal along with interest at a future date.

Equity Securities

Financial instruments that represent an ownership interest in a company, such as stocks.

Money-Market Funds

Investment funds that invest in short-term debt securities with the goal of providing high liquidity and low risk.