n the below figure, a consumer is initially in equilibrium at point C. The consumer’s income is $250, and the budget line through point C is given by $250 = $50X + $125Y. When the consumer is given a $100 gift certificate that is good only at store X, she moves to a new equilibrium at point D.

What two things do you consider when evaluating the time value of money

When cell phones were first entering the market, they were relatively large and reception was undependable. all cell phones were essentially the same. but as the technology developed, many competitors entered, introducing features unique to their phones. today, cell phones are only a small fraction of the size and weight of their predecessors. consumers can buy cell phones with color screens, cameras, internet access, daily planners, or voice activation (and any combination of these features). the history of the cell phone demonstrates what marketing trend?

Gulliver travel agencies thinks interest rates in europe are low. the firm borrows euros at 5 percent for one year. during this time period the dollar falls 11 percent against the euro. what is the effective interest rate on the loan for one year? (consider the 11 percent fall in the value of the dollar as well as the interest payment.)