Ed Is a Writer Who Works from His Home

question 87

Multiple Choice

Ed is a writer who works from his home.Ed lives next door to Ricky,the drummer for a local band.Ricky needs lots of practice to earn his share of the bands profits,$250.Ed gets distracted by Ricky's drumming but needs to get his writing done to earn $500 for his current article.Which of the following is an efficient solution?

• A) Ricky offers Ed $499 to allow Ricky to continue drumming. Ed accepts and both are better off.
• B) Ricky offers Ed $249 to allow Ricky to continue drumming. Ed accepts and both are better off.
• C) Ed offers Ricky $251 to stop practicing his drumming. Ricky agrees and both are better off.
• D) Ed offers Ricky $501 to stop practicing his drumming. Ricky agrees and both are better off.

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