The Law of Comparative Advantage Indicates That

question 3

Multiple Choice

The law of comparative advantage indicates that

• A) specialization and exchange will permit trading partners to maximize their joint output.
• B) a nation can gain from trade only if it is not at an absolute disadvantage in producing all goods.
• C) a nation can gain from trade only when its trading partners are not low-wage countries.
• D) countries should export products for which they are high-opportunity cost producers.

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Definitions:

Excess Capacity

A situation where a company's production facilities are capable of producing more than the demand for its products or services.

Direct Expenses

Costs that can be directly attributed to the production of specific goods or services, such as raw materials and direct labor.

Excess Capacity

The situation where a company can produce more goods or services than currently demanded, indicating underutilization of resources.

Opportunity Cost

The cost of foregoing the next best alternative when making a decision or choosing one option over another.