-The figure above shows Sam's budget line. Why will Sam not purchase 36 gallons of gasoline and 4 pounds of coffee?
A) because he does not like this combination
B) because this combination does not contain enough coffee to satisfy him
C) because this combination contains more gasoline than his gasoline tank will hold
D) because he cannot afford this combination

Question

-The figure above shows Sam's budget line. Why will Sam not purchase 36 gallons of gasoline and 4 pounds of coffee?
A) because he does not like this combination 
B) because this combination does not contain enough coffee to satisfy him 
C) because this combination contains more gasoline than his gasoline tank will hold 
D) because he cannot afford this combination

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Sam's budget line represents the maximum combinations of goods he can afford. If the combination of 36 gallons of gasoline and 4 pounds of coffee is not on or below the budget line, it means he cannot afford it.

-The Figure Above Shows Sam's Budget Line