Suppose a Famous Baseball Player, Alex Rodriguez, Hires a High

question 167

Multiple Choice

Suppose a famous baseball player, Alex Rodriguez, hires a high school student to paint his house. Which of the following is most likely TRUE?

• A) The opportunity cost of painting a house is higher for Alex Rodriguez than for the high school student.
• B) The opportunity cost of painting a house is lower for Alex Rodriguez than for the high school student.
• C) The opportunity cost of painting a house is the same for Alex Rodriguez as for the high school student.
• D) The opportunity cost of painting a house is zero for Alex Rodriguez and is negative for the high school student.

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