The Production Possibility Curve

question 61

Multiple Choice

The production possibility curve:

• A) is convex to the origin.
• B) is based on the law of diminishing returns.
• C) is the boundary between attainable and unattainable outputs.
• D) reflects the mixed economy found with most economic systems.

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