Multiple Choice
Jonas's expected utility function is pc1/21 + (1 - p) c1/22, where p is the probability that he consumes c1 and 1 - p is the probability that he consumes c2.Jonas is offered a choice between getting a sure payment of $Z or a lottery in which he receives $3,600 with probability .10 or $6,400 with probability .90.Jonas will choose the sure payment if
A) Z > 6,084 and the lottery if Z < 6,084.
B) Z > 4,842 and the lottery if Z < 4,842.
C) Z > 6,400 and the lottery if Z < 6,400.
D) Z > 6,242 and the lottery if Z < 6,242.
E) Z > 6,120 and the lottery if Z < 6,120.
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