The Following Table Shows Ketta's Utility for Eggs and Bacon

question 137

Multiple Choice

The following table shows Ketta's utility for eggs and bacon.

-Refer to the above information to answer this question.If Ketta has a budget of $5 and the price of both eggs and bacon are $1,what will be her optimal purchase?

• A)5 bacon.
• B)1 egg and 4 bacon.
• C)2 eggs and 3 bacon.
• D)3 eggs and 2 bacon.
• E)4 eggs and 1 bacon.

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Definitions:

Barriers to Entry

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Cartel

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