Figure 27-1 $\frac { 0 \mathrm {~A} } { 600 }$

question 53

Multiple Choice

Figure 27-1.The figure shows a utility function.
-Refer to Figure 27-1.Let 0A represent the distance between the origin and point A; let AB represent the distance between point A and point B; etc.Which of the following ratios best represents the marginal utility per dollar when wealth increases from $400 to $600?

• A) \(\frac { 0 \mathrm {~A} } { 600 }\)
• B) \(\frac { A B } { 600 }\)
• C) \(\frac { 0 B } { 200 }\)
• D) \(\frac { A B } { 200 }\)

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