Refer to the graph shown. Between points C and D, marginal utility is:
A. positive, and so total utility is increasing.
B. decreasing, and so total utility is falling.
C. positive, and so total utility is falling.
D. decreasing, and so total utility is at its maximum.
Answer: A
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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