Suppose an American Worker Can Make 100 Chairs or Catch

question 10

Multiple Choice

Suppose an American worker can make 100 chairs or catch 900 fish per day.On the other hand,a Chilean worker,can make 40 chairs or catch 400 fish per day.The United States has an absolute advantage in the production of both fish and chairs.This means that the United States:

• A) should produce only chairs and trade with Chile to get fish.
• B) should produce only fish and trade with Chile to get chairs.
• C) should take advantage of Chile by trading with them.
• D) can produce more fish and chairs than Chile given the same amount of workers.

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Definitions:

Outside Wheel

In vehicular turns, the wheel farthest from the turn center, which travels a greater distance and may experience more wear.

Inside Wheel

The wheel on the inside of a turn or curve, which generally travels a shorter distance than the outside wheel, affecting vehicle dynamics.

Drive Pinion

The smaller gear in a gear set that transfers motion to the larger gear or gear rack, frequently used in steering systems and differentials.

Ring Gear

A large gear that interacts with the starter motor's pinion gear to start an engine or as part of the differential in vehicles to power the wheels.