utility theory
(P8-43) Jason Scott (see Problem 8-42) has decided to incorporate utility theory into his decision with his mortgage application. The following table describes Jason’s utility function:
Monetary Value | Utility |
-$4800 | 0.00 |
-$2900 | 0.10 |
-$2400 | 0.12 |
-$1000 | 0.15 |
-$500 | 0.19 |
$0 | 0.21 |
$1900 | 0.26 |
$2400 | 0.30 |
$4800 | 1.00 |
(a) How can you best describe Jason’s attitude toward risk? Justify your answer.
(b) Will the use of utilities affect Jason’s original decision in Problem 8-42?