Question: Problem 0 6 - 1 7 ( algo ) Amanda has a von Neumann - Morgenstern utility function given by U = M 2 ,

Problem 06-17(algo)
Amanda has a von Neumann-Morgenstern utility function given by U=M2, where M is her
income. If she becomes an economics professor, she will make M=81yr with probability 1. If she
becomes an attorney, she will make M=900yr if she becomes a partner in a Wall Street firm, but
only M=49yr if she fails to make partner. The probability of her becoming a partner is 0.2. Ellis is an
infallible judge of legal talent. After a brief interview, he can state with certainty whether Amanda will
become a partner. What is the most Amanda would be willing to pay for this information? (Set up the
relevant equation and solve it.)
Instructions: Round your answer to 2 decimal places.
 Problem 06-17(algo) Amanda has a von Neumann-Morgenstern utility function given by

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