Definition: Marginal utility (MU) is the utility acquired from consuming an additional unit of a commodity. Utility refers to the ability of a product to fulfil a person's need, want or desire, which keeps on diminishing as the following unit of a commodity is consumed. Formula of MU Though a utility cannot be measured in exact numbers, it is up to the consumer to represent … [Read more...] about Marginal Utility (MU)
Economics
Budget Line
Definition: A budget line is a straight line that slopes downwards and consists of all the possible combinations of the two goods which a consumer can buy at a given market price by allocating all his/her income. It is an entirely different concept from that of an indifference curve, though they are both are essential for consumer equilibrium. The two essential components of … [Read more...] about Budget Line
Indifference Curve
Definition: An indifference curve is a convex shaped curve depicting the graphical representation of the different combinations deriving the same level of satisfaction to the consumer by considering two commodities. It functions on the principle of the diminishing marginal rate of substitution (MRS). Example: A person went to the grocery store to buy cereals and … [Read more...] about Indifference Curve
Moral Suasion
Definition: Moral suasion is a step taken by the central bank for convincing and advising the commercial banks to adhere to the policies and act in the desired manner through general interaction. 'Moral' means defining one's code of conduct based on a clear distinction between right and wrong. 'Suasion' refers to the process of advising, convincing or influencing others without … [Read more...] about Moral Suasion
Opportunity Cost
Definition: Opportunity cost refers to the value of the other choice sacrificed while choosing a better or suitable alternative. It is also termed as alternative cost. There are limited resources or limited spending capacity and to direct these resources in the direction of deriving maximum satisfaction, we find out the opportunity cost. Example: Let us now understand the … [Read more...] about Opportunity Cost