The table given below depicts the total utility derived from the consumption of a good.Table 7.1

-The total utility of a consumer diminishes whenever:
A)he or she buys an additional unit of a good.
B)his or her marginal utility decreases.
C)his or her total utility increases at a decreasing rate.
D)the last unit consumed of a particular good is distasteful or provides dissatisfaction.
E)other consumers are also purchasing the product.

Question

The table given below depicts the total utility derived from the consumption of a good.Table 7.1
 
-The total utility of a consumer diminishes whenever:
A)he or she buys an additional unit of a good. 
B)his or her marginal utility decreases. 
C)his or her total utility increases at a decreasing rate. 
D)the last unit consumed of a particular good is distasteful or provides dissatisfaction. 
E)other consumers are also purchasing the product.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Total utility diminishes when the last unit consumed provides dissatisfaction, indicating negative marginal utility.

The Table Given Below Depicts the Total Utility Derived from the Consumption