Scenario 5.1
The demand for noodles is given by the following equation: Q = 20 - 4P + 0.2I - 2P x . Assume that P = $8, I = 200, and P x = $10.
-Due to the law of diminishing marginal utility, _____.
A)the first unit of a product offers more satisfaction than the last unit of the same product
B)the marginal utility curve is upward sloping
C)when marginal utility becomes negative, total utility increases
D)marginal utility is zero when total utility is zero
E)when marginal utility becomes positive, total utility declines

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The law of diminishing marginal utility states that as more units of a product are consumed, the satisfaction gained from each additional unit will eventually decrease. Therefore, the first unit of a product offers more satisfaction than the last unit of the same product.

Scenario 5.1 The Demand for Noodles Is Given by the Following Equation