If a Consumer Purchases a Combination of Commodities X and Y

question 240

Multiple Choice

If a consumer purchases a combination of commodities x and y such that MUₓ/Pₓ = 20 and MUᵧ/Pᵧ = 5, to maximize utility, the consumers should buy.

• A) more of x and less of y.
• B) less of x and less of y.
• C) more of both x and y.
• D) less of both x and y.

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Definitions:

Medial Branches

Nerves that branch off from the spinal nerves and provide sensation to the facet joints in the spine.

Lateral Branches

Branches that grow out from the sides of a stem or tree, extending horizontally rather than vertically.

Thigh

The part of the lower limb between the hip and the knee.

Intercostal Veins

Veins located between the ribs that drain blood from the chest wall and muscles back to the heart.