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Question
When MU is falling, TU is _______.
Options
rising
falling
not changing
maximum
Solution
When MU is falling, TU is rising.
Explanation:
When marginal utility (MU) declines, each subsequent consumption unit provides less utility than the previous one. However, as long as MU remains positive, the Total Utility (TU) will increase.
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