When Operating on Its PPF, a Country Can Produce 2

question 127

Multiple Choice

When operating on its PPF, a country can produce 2 tons of butter and 200 cars OR 3 tons of butter and 150 cars. The opportunity cost of 1 ton of butter is ________ cars per ton of butter.

• A) 300
• B) 200
• C) 50
• D) 0.75

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Definitions:

Gross Profit

The difference between revenue and the cost of goods sold before accounting for certain expenses.

Operating Expenses

Regular costs associated with operating a business, such as rent, utilities, and payroll.

Net Income

The final amount of profit a company declares after reducing its total revenue by the incurred taxes and expenses.

Single-Step Income Statement

A simplified income statement that calculates net income by subtracting total expenses from total revenues with only one step.