Katie Kwasi's Utility Function Is U(x₁, X₂)= 5(ln X₁)+ X₂

question 39

Multiple Choice

Katie Kwasi's utility function is U(x₁, x₂) = 5(ln x₁) + x₂.Given her current income and the current relative prices, she consumes 10 units of x₁ and 15 units of x₂.If her income doubles, while prices stay constant, how many units of x₁ will she consume after the change in income?

• A)10
• B)15
• C)5
• D)20
• E)There is not enough information to determine how many.

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