Figure 5-18



In Figure 5-18, point D for the consumer



a.

will be chosen because total utility is larger there than at point C.



b.

would not be chosen because it is less desirable than point C.



c.

is unattainable, given the consumer's budget.



d.

has total utility equal to point C.

c

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