The Lagrangian Method of Optimization Results in a New Variable $\lambda$

question 46

Multiple Choice

The Lagrangian method of optimization results in a new variable, $\lambda$ ,called the Lagrangian multiplier,which shows the addition to total utility from an additional unit of income.In other words, $\lambda$ expresses the:

• A)the budget constraint.
• B)the cost of acquiring an additional util of satisfaction.
• C)the marginal utility of income.
• D)the optimal level of utility.

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