The table given below records the total utility derived from the consumption of avocados.Table 7.2

-According to Table 7.2, marginal utility is positive _____.
A)for any number of avocados
B)for up to five avocados
C)for one or two avocados
D)only after five avocados are consumed
E)for the first four avocados

Question

The table given below records the total utility derived from the consumption of avocados.Table 7.2
 
-According to Table 7.2, marginal utility is positive _____.
A)for any number of avocados 
B)for up to five avocados 
C)for one or two avocados 
D)only after five avocados are consumed 
E)for the first four avocados

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Marginal utility is positive for up to five avocados, indicating that the utility or satisfaction gained from consuming avocados increases with each additional avocado up to the fifth one. After that point, the marginal utility may decline or become negative, reflecting diminishing returns in satisfaction.

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