Question 65
MediumOriginal questionRead the two statements and choose the correct option.
I. If Pₓ = ₹5, Pᵧ = ₹10 and MUₓ = 20, then at equilibrium MUᵧ = 40.
II. If Pₓ = ₹5, Pᵧ = ₹10 and MUₓ = 20, then at equilibrium MUₘ = 4.
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer C
Correct answer: C
Explanation
MUₓ ÷ Pₓ = 20 ÷ 5 = 4, so MUₘ = 4 and II is true.
MUᵧ ÷ 10 must also be 4, so MUᵧ = 40 and I is true.
- Concept
- Using the equi-marginal condition
- Typical timeTypical
- 70 s
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