Refer to the information provided in Figure 6.15 below to answer the question that follows.
Figure 6.15Refer to Figure 6.15. The highest indifference curve depicted is the one on which point D lies. Why is Jason not maximizing his utility at point D?
A. He cannot afford point D.
B. His marginal utility per dollar spent on the last sandwich is less than his marginal utility per dollar spent on his last hot dog.
C. His marginal utility per dollar spent on the last sandwich is greater than his marginal utility per dollar spent on his last hot dog.
D. He is maximizing his utility at point C.
Answer: A
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