The table given below depicts the total utility derived from the consumption of a good. Table 6.1

-According to Table 6.1,which of the following units of the good yields disutility?
A)Units 1 and 4
B)Units 2 and 3
C)Unit 3
D)Units 3,4,and 5
E)Units 4 and 5

Question

The table given below depicts the total utility derived from the consumption of a good. Table 6.1

-According to Table 6.1,which of the following units of the good yields disutility?
A)Units 1 and 4 
B)Units 2 and 3 
C)Unit 3 
D)Units 3,4,and 5 
E)Units 4 and 5

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Units 4 and 5 yield disutility because they likely result in a negative marginal utility, indicating that consuming these units decreases overall satisfaction.

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