10. The utility function of a consumer is as follows: U(x1, x2) = max {ax₁, ax2} + min{x₁, x2} where 0 < a < 1. Find the demand function, indirect utility function, expen- diture function, and Hicksian demand function.

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10. The utility function of a consumer is as follows:
U(x1, x2) = max{ax₁, ax2} + min{x1, x2}
where 0 < a < 1. Find the demand function, indirect utility function, expen-
diture function, and Hicksian demand function.
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