A utility function is:

A. an equation for calculating the total utility that a group of people derive from consuming a particular good.
B. an equation for calculating the total utility that a particular person derives from consuming a particular combination of goods and services.
C. an equation for calculating the total utility that a particular person derives from consuming a particular good over a particular time period.
D. an equation for calculating the most utility a particular person can derive.


Answer: B

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