Janis Mows the Lawn in 1 Hour and Types a Paper

question 13

Multiple Choice

Janis mows the lawn in 1 hour and types a paper in 1 hour.Kristen mows the lawn in 2 hours and types a paper in 1 hour.Which statement best describes Janis's comparative advantage?  

• A) Janis has a comparative advantage in mowing a lawn. 
• B) Janis has a comparative advantage in typing a paper. 
• C) Janis does NOT have a comparative advantage in either service. 
• D) Janis has a comparative advantage in both services.

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Definitions:

Resource Limitations

Constraints on the availability of resources such as time, money, manpower, and materials that can impact the execution of projects or tasks.

Interorganizational Agreements

Formal agreements between two or more organizations to cooperate on certain projects or share resources.

Mechanistic Organization

A highly structured and efficient organization form, characterized by rigid hierarchies, clear roles, and centralized decision-making.

Status Quo

The current status or circumstances, typically used to denote a scenario that has not altered.