Using the figure and prompt below, what is Owen's optimal consumption bundle? Figure: Consumer Equilibrium I The figure shows three of Owen's indifference curves for pizza and soda per week. Owen has $180 per month to spend on the two goods. The price of a pizza is $20, and the price of a soda is $1.50.

Using the figure and prompt below, what is Owen's optimal consumption bundle? Figure: Consumer Equilibrium I The figure shows three of Owen's indifference curves for pizza and soda per week. Owen has $180 per month to spend on the two goods. The price of a pizza is $20, and the price of a soda is $1.50.

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