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If we have the utility function, U(x)=(x−7)^2, and we know that there is an indifference set around x = 4 and an upper contour set of x = 6. How to graphically represent this function?

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Chapter6: Consumer Choice And Demand

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4. If we have the utility function, U(x)=(x−7)^2, and we know that there is an indifference set around x = 4 and an upper contour set of x = 6.

How to graphically represent this function?

I'm confused about how to draw the upper contour set on the graph? I know the concept that upper contour is the area over the convex line, but don't know how to put it on the graph. Could you draw a simple graph to help me identify the upper contour?

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