Question
Explain the concept of an indifference curve. Use diagram.
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Answer
Indifference curve shows different combinations of good X and good Y, which give same level of utility to the consumer. In the given diagram, ABCD is the indifference curve, as the locus of different combinations A, B, C and D, which are based on the assumption that each combination gives the consumer same utility.
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