Question Two Given a utility function: U = u(X,Y) = of two products. x²+x² = 3 where X and Y are the units a) Demonstrate how to graph the utility function manually. b) Suppose a study tool is used to slice the graph in Part a) vertically and horizontally, respectively. Which shapes of curves do you expect to see on the sliced surfaces, respectively? Draw and explain your answer.
Question Two Given a utility function: U = u(X,Y) = of two products. x²+x² = 3 where X and Y are the units a) Demonstrate how to graph the utility function manually. b) Suppose a study tool is used to slice the graph in Part a) vertically and horizontally, respectively. Which shapes of curves do you expect to see on the sliced surfaces, respectively? Draw and explain your answer.
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Transcribed Image Text:Question Two Given a utility function: U = u(X,Y) =
of two products.
x²+x²
=
3
where X and Y are the units
a) Demonstrate how to graph the utility function manually.
b) Suppose a study tool is used to slice the graph in Part a) vertically and horizontally,
respectively. Which shapes of curves do you expect to see on the sliced surfaces,
respectively? Draw and explain your answer.
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