If Preferences Are Transitive, Indifference Curves

question 107

Multiple Choice

If preferences are transitive, indifference curves

• A)intersect at the equilibrium consumption bundle.
• B)intersect at the optimum consumption bundle.
• C)intersect where the marginal rate of substitution for each indifference curve is equal.
• D)do not intersect.

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Definitions:

Indifference Curve

A graph representing different bundles of goods between which a consumer is indifferent, showing preferences and trade-offs.

Consumption Bundle

A set of goods or services that a consumer considers purchasing with a given budget.

Horizontal Axis

In a graph or chart, the x-axis, which typically represents the independent variable or the base measure for comparative analysis.

Indifference Curve

A graph that shows a combination of two goods that give a consumer equal satisfaction and utility, thereby making the consumer indifferent between the two combinations.