Consumer theory Flashcards
1
Q
What is a budget constraint?
A
The combinations of goods a consumer can afford given their income and prices
2
Q
What is the formula for a budget constraint?
A
PxX + PyY = i
3
Q
What is the Marginal Rate of Substitution (MRS) formula?
A
MRS = MUx/MUy
4
Q
What condition defines utility maximisation?
A
MRS = Px / Py