In: Economics
Suppose commodities can be separated into housing (in amount x) and a general commodity representing all other goods (in amount z). Suppose a family has utility functionU(x,z) = z4/5x1/5And a monthly income of $500. The government wishes this family to live in a house that rents for at least $150. Suppose the prices are each $1.00 per unit.a.Without any subsidy, how much will the family spend on rent?b.Under each of the plans above, how much subsidy would be required to induce the family to live in a $150 house