Use the Indifference Curves and the Budget Lines in Figure

question 115

Multiple Choice

Use the indifference curves and the budget lines in Figure 19.3 to answer the indicated question.Assume the price of Y is $1 per unit.If the price per unit of good X is $3, the consumer would maximize utility by consuming

• A) 30 units of Y.
• B) 21 units of Y.
• C) 10 units of Y.
• D) 25 units of Y.

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Definitions:

Long-run Demand Curve

A graphical representation that shows the quantities of a product or service consumers are willing to purchase at different prices over a period where all production factors can vary.

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Mutual Interdependence

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