In the Immediate Aftermath of the Passage of the Coercive

question 98

Multiple Choice

In the immediate aftermath of the passage of the Coercive and Quebec Acts, the colonies

• A) decided that reconciliation with Great Britain was not possible.
• B) were confused and disorganized, and could not agree on an appropriate response.
• C) agreed to an immediate boycott of British goods.
• D) agreed to send delegates to an intercolonial congress which would meet in Philadelphia.

---

Definitions:

Marginal Rate

Often refers to the marginal rate of substitution or marginal rate of transformation in economics, indicating the rate at which one good can be substituted for another.

Transformation

The process of converting inputs into outputs, often relating to the change of raw materials into finished products in the context of production.

Opportunity Cost

The rejection of potential benefits from alternative propositions when favoring one.

Comparative Advantage

The ability of an individual or entity to produce goods or services at a lower opportunity cost than other individuals or entities.