Suppose That,given the Same Number of Workers,the United States Can

question 61

Multiple Choice

Suppose that,given the same number of workers,the United States can produce five times as many computers or 10 times as many airplanes as Mexico.Which of the following statements is true?

• A) The United States has an absolute advantage in the production of computers, and Mexico has an absolute advantage in the production of airplanes.
• B) The United States has an absolute advantage in the production of airplanes, and Mexico has an absolute advantage in the production of computers.
• C) The United States has an absolute advantage in the production of both airplanes and computers.
• D) Mexico has an absolute advantage in the production of both airplanes and computers.

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Definitions:

Homogenous

Having a uniform structure or composition throughout; similar in kind or nature.

Collectivistic

Characterizing cultures or societies that emphasize group goals and interdependence over individual pursuits and achievements.

Individualistic

Characterized by independence and self-reliance, prioritizing personal goals over group goals.

Stable

A term describing something that is unchanging, firmly established, or not prone to fluctuations.