The marginal benefit of you going to a movie during the week is currently $6. Assume that the $4 price of going to the movies measures its marginal cost. Following the economic decision rule, you will:
A. continue going to movies until the marginal benefit of doing so falls to zero.
B. not be able to enjoy a net gain from going to the movies during the week.
C. continue going to movies until the marginal benefit of doing so falls below $4.
D. choose not to go to any movies during the week.
Answer: C
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