Suppose That Sheldon and Leonard Can Either Run Errands or Wash

question 100

Multiple Choice

Suppose that Sheldon and Leonard can either run errands or wash dishes.Their maximum output per hour is listed in the following table.Given the same quantity of resources,at what terms of trade (relative price ratio) could they specialize and trade so that both consume outside their own production possibilities frontier (PPF) ?

• A) 1 errand run per 75 dishes washed
• B) 1 errand run per 30 dishes washed
• C) 1 errand run per 12 dishes washed
• D) 1 errand run per 10 dishes washed
• E) 1 errand run per 6 dishes washed

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Definitions:

Substantially

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Positive Trade Balance

A situation where the value of a country's exports exceeds the value of its imports, also known as a trade surplus.

Merchandise

Goods produced for the purpose of being sold, typically referred to in the context of retail sales and trade.

Services

Intangible products such as education, healthcare, and entertainment that are consumed at the point of delivery.