Which of the Following Would Lead a Utility-Maximizing Consumer to Search

question 125

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would lead a utility-maximizing consumer to search for additional information?​

• A)An increase in income
• B)An increase in the marginal cost of information
• C)Improved technology (e.g., Internet search programs)
• D)A reduction in the dispersion of prices
• E)An increase in the consumer's wage rate

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