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Which of these is a condition for consumer’s equilibrium by indifference curve analysis?

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Question

Which of these is a condition for consumer’s equilibrium by indifference curve analysis?

Options

  • MUX = PX

  • `(MU_X)/P_X = (MU_Y)/P_Y`

  • `MRS_X = P_X/P_Y`

  • MUX = MUY

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Solution

`MRS_X = P_X/P_Y`

Explanation:

Indifference curve equilibrium requires MRS to equal the price ratio, with diminishing MRS for stability. The other conditions belong to, or do not correctly state, cardinal utility equilibrium.

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Chapter 2: Consumer's Equilibrium - OBJECTIVE QUESTIONS [Page 2.46]

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Sandeep Garg Introductory Microeconomics [English] Class 11
Chapter 2 Consumer's Equilibrium
OBJECTIVE QUESTIONS | Q 10. | Page 2.46
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