John Has a Marginal Benefit of $7 for 1 Slice

question 75

Multiple Choice

John has a marginal benefit of $7 for 1 slice of pizza,$5 for a second slice,$3 for a third slice,$1 for a fourth slice,and $0.50 for a fifth slice.The price of pizza is $1.50 per slice.Which of the following statements is correct?

• A) John will purchase 3 slices of pizza and have consumer surplus of $10.50.
• B) John will purchase 4 slices of pizza and have consumer surplus of $12.00.
• C) John will purchase 2 slices of pizza and have consumer surplus of $1.50.
• D) John will purchase 3 slices of pizza and have consumer surplus of $4.50.
• E) John will purchase 2 slices of pizza and have consumer surplus of $3.00.

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Definitions:

Livestock

Domesticated animals raised in an agricultural setting to produce labor and commodities such as meat, eggs, and milk.

Environmental Effect

The impact of human activities or natural processes on the ecological balance or health of the biosphere.

Subsistence Farming

A type of agriculture where farmers grow food crops to meet the needs of themselves and their families, with little to no surplus.

Large-Scale Farming

Agricultural operations that involve vast areas of land and significant levels of production, often utilizing industrial methods.