Multiple Choice
If a consumer purchases a combination of commodities a and b such that MUₐ/Pₐ = 100 and MUb/Pb = 80, to maximize utility, the consumer should buy:
A) less of both a and b.
B) more of a and less of b.
C) less of a and more of b.
D) more of both a and b.
Correct Answer:

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