Janis Mows a Lawn in 1 Hour and Types a Paper

question 89

Multiple Choice

Janis mows a lawn in 1 hour and types a paper in 1 hour. Kristen mows a lawn in 2 hours and types a paper in 1 hour. Which of the following statements is true?

• A) Kristen has an absolute advantage in typing and a comparative advantage in mowing.
• B) Janis has an absolute advantage in both the activities and a comparative advantage in typing.
• C) Janis has an absolute advantage in both the activities and a comparative advantage in mowing.
• D) The opportunity cost of mowing the lawn is greater for Kristen than it is for Janis.
• E) Neither Janis nor Kristen would gain from specialization.