The above figure shows Bob's utility function. He currently has $100 of wealth, but there is a 50% chance that it could all be stolen. Living with this risk gives Bob the same expected utility as if there was no chance of theft and his wealth was

The high-school dropout rate typically declines during a recession because

A) more money flows into the public sector as the flow declines in the private sector. B) teachers become more readily available during a recession. C) the opportunity cost of continuing in school falls in a recession. D) the demand for education rises in a recession. E) the legal school-leaving age is a function of the unemployment rate.

What is meant by the phrase, "There is no such thing as a free lunch"?

What will be an ideal response?