Suppose Joe Can Prepare 20 Sandwiches or 10 Pizzas in an Hour

question 262

Multiple Choice

Suppose Joe can prepare 20 sandwiches or 10 pizzas in an hour and Beth can produce 36 sandwiches or 27 pizzas. The concept of comparative advantage concludes that

• A) Beth should produce both goods because she can produce more of both goods in an hour than can Joe.
• B) Beth should produce sandwiches and Joe should produce pizza.
• C) Beth should produce pizza and Joe should produce sandwiches.
• D) Beth should produce both goods and Joe should produce sandwiches.

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Definitions:

Anorexia Nervosa

A psychological and potentially life-threatening eating disorder characterized by self-starvation and excessive weight loss.

Bulimia

An eating disorder marked by periods of binge-eating followed by behaviors to prevent weight gain, such as self-induced vomiting or excessive exercise.

Intrinsic Motivation

The drive to engage in activities for their own sake and personal rewards, rather than for some external reward or avoidance of punishment.

Extrinsic Motivation

Motivation driven by external rewards such as money, fame, grades, or praise, rather than personal satisfaction or interest.