Stewie Enjoys Watching DVDs and Listening to His IPod

question 8

Multiple Choice

Stewie enjoys watching DVDs and listening to his iPod.Suppose his utility function is given by U(D,I) = 3D + 4(D × I) ,where D is the number of hours he spends watching DVDs and I is the number of hours he spends listening to his iPod.Which of the following combinations will provide Stewie with the greatest amount of satisfaction?

• A) 4 hours of watching DVDs and 8 hours of listening to his iPod
• B) 6 hours of watching DVDs and 6 hours of listening to his iPod
• C) 2 hours of watching DVDs and 10 hours of listening to his iPod
• D) 8 hours of watching DVDs and 6 hours of listening to his iPod

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Definitions:

Automatic System

A mode of thought that is fast, unconscious, and requires minimal cognitive processing, as opposed to controlled, deliberate thought processes.

Cultural Differences

The diversity in beliefs, norms, practices, and values across different societies or groups, often leading to varied human behaviors and interactions.

Communication

The process of transferring information from one entity to another through the use of mutually understood signs, symbols, or language.

Automatic System

The part of the brain that performs tasks without conscious thought, often responsible for habits and immediate reactions.