Using Graphs to Illustrate the Concepts, Absolute Advantage

question 187

Multiple Choice

Using graphs to illustrate the concepts, absolute advantage

• A)is shown with differences in slope of a production possibilities curve; comparative advantage is shown with a lower curve.
• B)requires a very steep curve; comparative advantage requires a curve with a shallow slope.
• C)on one good requires that the slope of the production possibilities curve be steeper for that good.
• D)is shown with a higher production possibilities curve; comparative advantage is shown with differences in slope of the curves.

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Definitions:

Microanalysis

Analysis of the smallest, most immediately visible parts of social life, such as people interacting.

In-groups

Groups to which an individual feels a sense of belonging, often leading to positive self-identification.

Out-groups

Social groups to which an individual does not belong, often perceived as different or opposed to the individual's in-group.

Secondary Groups

Large social groups that interact on a more impersonal and formal level for a short period of time, unlike primary groups which are typically smaller and involve close, emotional ties.