The Production Possibility Frontier Has a Negative Slope Because _____

question 98

Multiple Choice

The production possibility frontier has a negative slope because _____.

• A) operating at a point on the frontier is not optimal
• B) resources are infinite while human wants are limited
• C) it exhibits increasing opportunity costs
• D) the costs of production are very high

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Definitions:

Mechanical Isolation

A form of reproductive isolation where differences in the size and shape of reproductive organs prevent mating between species.

Mating Structures

Physical or behavioral adaptations that facilitate reproduction, which may include specific body parts or complex courtship behaviors.

Sexual Isolation

A form of reproductive isolation where differences in mating rituals, timings, or preferences prevent members of different species or populations from interbreeding.

Behavioral Isolation

A form of reproductive isolation where two populations do not mate because of differences in courtship rituals or other behaviors.