The Manager of Paul's Fruit and Vegetable Store Is Considering

question 13

Multiple Choice

The manager of Paul's fruit and vegetable store is considering the purchase of a new seedless watermelon from a wholesale distributor. Because this seedless watermelon costs $4,will sell for $7,and is highly perishable,he expects only to sell between six and nine of them. What is the opportunity loss for purchasing nine watermelons when the demand is for seven watermelons?

• A)0
• B)4
• C)8
• D)12

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