A utility-maximizing consumer buys so as to makegoods.for all pairs ofSelect one:a. Px(MUx) = Py(MUV)b. MUx/MUy = Px/Pyc. MUx = MUyd. TUx/Px = TUy/Py%3DWhich of the following represents an accurate situation for a perfectly compettivefirm?Select one:a. P $16 and MR = $0%3Db.P $5 and MR = $7%3DO C.P= $9 and MR $9O d.P $12 and MR $8As you move down the production possibility frontier, the absolute value of themarginal rate of transformationSelect one:a. initially decreases, then increasesO b. decreasesO c. initially increases, then decreasesd. increases

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Chapter4: Utility Maximization And Choice

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