If a Nation Has a Comparative Advantage in the Production

question 42

Multiple Choice

If a nation has a comparative advantage in the production of X, this means the nation

• A)cannot benefit by producing and trading this product.
• B)must give up less of other goods than other nations in producing a unit of X.
• C)has a production possibilities curve identical to those of other nations.
• D)is not subject to increasing opportunity costs.

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Definitions:

Simple Interest

A technique for computing interest in which the interest expense is calculated solely on the initial amount of the principal.

Maturity Value

The total amount that will be paid to the investor at the end of a fixed-term investment, including the principal and any accrued interest.

Promissory Note

A written promise to pay a specific sum of money to a specified person at a definite time or on demand.

Simple Interest

Interest computed exclusively on the principal sum, without adding compounded interest.