If MUx/Px > MUy/Py, then

A. X is more expensive than Y.
B. Y is more expensive than X.
C. spending a dollar less on X and a dollar more on Y increases utility.
D. spending a dollar less on Y and a dollar more on X increases utility.


Answer: D

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