The concept of 'Diminishing Marginal Utility' was developed by: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The concept of 'Diminishing Marginal Utility' was developed by:
A. Karl Marx
B. H.H. Gossen and later popularised by others
C. David Ricardo
D. Adam Smith
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The law of diminishing marginal utility was first stated by H.H. Gossen and later developed and popularised by economists like Jevons, Menger and Marshall.

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Question #1
The 'Goods and Services Tax' rate on automobiles is generally:
A. 28% plus cess
B. 5%
C. 18%
D. 12%

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Automobiles generally attract 28% GST plus compensation cess.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #2
The 'Goods and Services Tax' on legal services is:
A. 0%
B. 12%
C. 5%
D. 18%

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Legal services generally attract 18% GST, with some exemptions.

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Question #3
In the consumption function C = a + bY, 'a' represents:
A. marginal propensity to consume
B. investment
C. saving
D. autonomous consumption

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
In C = a + bY, 'a' is autonomous consumption, consumption independent of income.

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