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Why does an indifference curve slope downward?
AMore of one means less of other
BBoth goods are given free
CPrices must always be rising
DIncome must always be falling
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. More of one means less of other
To stay at the same satisfaction, extra bananas must be compensated by fewer mangoes, giving a negative slope.
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