Elmer's Utility Function Is U(x, Y) = Min{x, Y²}

question 36

Multiple Choice

Elmer's utility function is U(x, y) = min{x, y²}. If the price of x is $10 and the price of y is $15 and if Elmer chooses to consume 4 units of y, what must his income be?

• A) $220
• B) $100
• C) $320
• D) $440
• E) There is not enough information to determine his income.

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