If point A on an indifference curve lies higher (measured vertically) than point B on the same curve, Point A automatically represents higher total utility than point B

a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false


False

Economics

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The binary variable interaction regression

A) can only be applied when there are two binary variables, but not three or more. B) is the same as testing for differences in means. C) cannot be used with logarithmic regression functions because ln(0) is not defined. D) allows the effect of changing one of the binary independent variables to depend on the value of the other binary variable.

Economics

Antitrust problems rarely appear in competitive markets

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Economics

Most, but not all, athletic apparel sold in the United States is imported from other nations. If the price of athletic apparel increases, the GDP deflator will

a. increase less than will the consumer price index. b. increase more than will the consumer price index. c. not increase, but the consumer price index will increase. d. increase, but the consumer price index will not increase.

Economics

At the time of Carol's 10 year high school reunion she was earning $30,000 and the CPI was 90. Now that it is time for her to attend her 20 year high school reunion, Carol's income has risen to $65,000 and the CPI is 200. At her 20 year reunion, can Carol rightfully brag that her real income has risen since the last time she saw her former classmates ten years ago?

A) Yes, Carol's real income rose during that 10 year period. B) No, Carol's real income fell during that 10 year period. C) No, Carol's real income remained constant during that 10 year period. D) It is impossible to determine what happened to Carol's real income.

Economics