After Reading the Nutritional Label on the Box of His

question 114

Multiple Choice

After reading the nutritional label on the box of his favorite cookies,Ernesto was shocked to discover the high sugar content.As a result,cookies don't bring him the same satisfaction anymore,falling from 25 utils to 12 utils.Benefiting from more efficient machinery,Ernesto's favorite cookie manufacturer also lowered the price per box.What happens to Ernesto's marginal utility per dollar spent?

• A) It increases.
• B) It decreases.
• C) It stays the same.
• D) The rate of change decreases.
• E) There is not enough information to determine.

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Definitions:

Circadian Rhythms

Biological processes that display an endogenous, entrainable oscillation of about 24 hours.

Aleurone Cells

Specialized cells found in the outer layer of seeds, particularly in cereal grains, that play a role in nutrient storage and mobilization during germination.

α-Amylase

An enzyme that breaks down starches into sugars, playing a critical role in the digestion of carbohydrates.

Gibberellin

A plant hormone involved in many aspects of plant growth and development, such as stem elongation, flowering, and seed germination