Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Micro Economics: Theory of Consumer behaviour

Question:

The total satisfaction derived from consuming the given amount of commodity X is known as _____.

Options:

Marginal utility

Total utility

Average utility

Maximum utility

Correct Answer:

Total utility

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) → Total utility

Total utility is the overall satisfaction or fulfillment a consumer experiences from consuming all units of a particular good or service. In contrast, marginal utility is the additional satisfaction gained from consuming one more unit.