Consider Two Points on the PPF: Point A,at Which There

question 80

Multiple Choice

Consider two points on the PPF: point A,at which there are 10 apples and 20 pears,and point B,at which there are 7 apples and 21 pears.If the economy is currently at point A,the opportunity cost of moving to point B is

• A)1 pear.
• B)7 apples.
• C)3 apples.
• D)21 pears.

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Definitions:

Hematite

An iron oxide mineral that is one of the main ores of iron, recognized by its reddish-brown color.

Magnetite

A naturally occurring magnetic mineral, consisting of iron oxide, often mined as an iron ore.

Perpendicular Directions

This refers to two lines or directions that intersect at a 90-degree angle.

Nonperpendicular Directions

Nonperpendicular directions refer to lines or paths that do not intersect at a right angle, diverging from orthogonality in a spatial relationship.