A Utility Function Is a Mathematical Function That Assigns Values

question 20

Multiple Choice

A utility function is a mathematical function that assigns values to consumption bundles to represent the:

• A) consumer's income.
• B) consumer's preferences.
• C) marginal rate of substitution.
• D) prices of the goods in the consumption bundle.

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