Under What Circumstances Would World Output Be Maximized

question 34

Multiple Choice

Under what circumstances would world output be maximized?  

• A) if each country attempts to be self-sufficient 
• B) if each country specializes in producing those goods in which it has a comparative advantage 
• C) if each country specializes in producing those goods in which it has an absolute advantage 
• D) if each country reduces its consumption possibilities

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