If a Factor of Production with a Fixed Supply Is

question 110

Multiple Choice

If a factor of production with a fixed supply is earning $100 in its current use and its next best use would yield earnings of $80, the factor is earning a pure economic rent equal to

• A) $0.
• B) $20.
• C) $80.
• D) $180.

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