How do you calculate marginal benefits? For example, what are the marginal benefits of consuming a third plate of dessert? QTY 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Total benefits 8 15 21 26 29 31 32 32 30 Total Cost 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36

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How do you calculate marginal benefits? For example, what are the marginal benefits of consuming a third plate of dessert?

QTY 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Total benefits 8 15 21 26 29 31 32 32 30
Total Cost 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36
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