Martin Is in the Market for a New Television Set

question 66

Multiple Choice

Martin is in the market for a new television set.He is deciding between two sets: one is rather expensive but offers a guarantee; the other has a lower price but offers no guarantee.Martin's decision to buy the more expensive set would indicate that:

• A)Martin does not know a good deal when he sees it.
• B)Martin interpreted the guarantee as a signal of the quality.
• C)Martin should have shopped around a bit more for a better deal.
• D)Martin is not maximizing his utility.
• E)Martin has a high income.

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