Babe Ruth Could Produce Two Home Runs in a Week

question 234

Multiple Choice

Babe Ruth could produce two home runs in a week of play as a fielder or one win in a week of play as a pitcher. What was his opportunity cost of a week of fielding?

• A) one win
• B) two wins
• C) one home run
• D) two home runs

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