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In the context of lexicographic utility functions,

Q: Answer-In the context of lexicographic utility functions, which of the following scenarios is impossible?

In lexicographic preferences, indifference between two different goods is impossible because the consumer has a strict ranking. They will always prefer one good over the other, regardless of the quantities.

which of the following scenarios is impossible?

A A consumer prefers 1 unit of good X over 10 units of good Y

B A consumer is indifferent between 5 units of good X and 5 units of good Y

C A consumer prefers 3 units of good X over 7 units of good Y

D A consumer considers good Y only if the quantity of good X is equal

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