Figure 3-4 -Refer to Figure 3-4. If Point a Represents Alvina's Current

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Multiple Choice

Figure 3-4

-Refer to Figure 3-4. If point A represents Alvina's current production and point B represents Betty's current production, under what circumstances can both Alvina and Betty benefit from specialization and trade?

• A)Alvina produces more pizzas and Betty produces more lemonade.
• B)Alvina produces more lemonade and Betty produces more pizzas.
• C)Both Alvina and Betty produce only pizzas.
• D)There are no circumstances under which both Alvina and Betty can benefit from specialization and trade.

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