Figure 9-4

question 373

Multiple Choice

Figure 9-4. The figure shows a utility function for Dexter.

-Refer to Figure 9-4. Suppose the vertical distance between the points (0, A) and (0, B) is 12. If his wealth increased from $1,300 to $1,800, then

• A) Dexter's subjective measure of his well-being would increase by less than 12 units.
• B) Dexter's subjective measure of his well-being would increase by more than 12 units.
• C) Dexter would change from being a risk-averse person into a person who is not risk averse.
• D) Dexter would forgo the insurance he bought when his wealth was $1,300.

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