Suppose Joe Can Prepare 20 Sandwiches or 10 Pizzas in an Hour

question 262

Multiple Choice

Suppose Joe can prepare 20 sandwiches or 10 pizzas in an hour and Beth can produce 36 sandwiches or 27 pizzas. The concept of comparative advantage concludes that

• A) Beth should produce both goods because she can produce more of both goods in an hour than can Joe.
• B) Beth should produce sandwiches and Joe should produce pizza.
• C) Beth should produce pizza and Joe should produce sandwiches.
• D) Beth should produce both goods and Joe should produce sandwiches.

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Definitions:

Binge Drinking

The excessive consumption of alcohol in a short period of time, typically with the intention of becoming intoxicated.

Heavy Drinking

Consuming alcohol in excess of moderate drinking guidelines, often leading to health risks and alcohol dependency.

Drinking

The act of consuming liquids, often referring specifically to the ingestion of alcoholic beverages.

Ethanol

The variety of alcohol used in beverages.