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Transcribed Image Text:Saketa’s utility function is given by:
U = x} +2x,x, + x
Shainaz's utility function is given by:
V = x, +X,
Which of the following statements is true?
A. Shainaz has a greater preference for x,, while Saketa has a greater preference for
X2
B. Shainaz treats the two goods as perfect substitutes, while Saketa doesn't.
C. Shainaz has a greater preference for x,, while Saketa has a greater preference for x,
D. Both have the same preferences.
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