If the marginal utility of the last unit of commodity X at N2 is 16

ECONOMICS
JAMB 2005

If the marginal utility of the last unit of commodity X at N2 is 16 and that of commodity Y at N 4 is 24, the consumer will be at equilibrium when

  • A. the price-quantity ratios are equal
  • B. equal amounts of X and Y are consumed
  • C. less of Y and more of X are consumed
  • D. less of X and more of Y are consumed

Correct Answer: A. the price-quantity ratios are equal



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