**Production Possibility Frontier (PPF) Graph Explanation**The image features a graph that represents the Production Possibility Frontier (PPF). This graph illustrates the trade-offs between two goods: Rolls of Paper Towels and Books. The graph demonstrates the maximum possible production levels of these two goods, assuming full and efficient utilization of resources. Here is a detailed breakdown of the graph and its components:**Axes:**- **Y-axis (vertical):** Represents the quantity of Rolls of Paper Towels produced, ranging from 0 to 620.- **X-axis (horizontal):** Represents the quantity of Books produced, ranging from 0 to 70.**Points on the Curve:**- Point A: 0 Books, 620 Rolls of Paper Towels- Point B: 10 Books, 610 Rolls of Paper Towels- Point C: 20 Books, 590 Rolls of Paper Towels- Point D: 30 Books, 540 Rolls of Paper Towels- Point E: 40 Books, 485 Rolls of Paper Towels- Point F: 50 Books, 380 Rolls of Paper Towels- Point G: 60 Books, 220 Rolls of Paper Towels- Point H: 70 Books, 0 Rolls of Paper Towels**Question on Trade-offs:**a. *What is gained by choosing to produce at point B instead of at point A?***Answer:**- By choosing to produce at point B instead of point A, the economy gains 10 Books. However, this choice results in a reduction of Rolls of Paper Towels by 10 units (from 620 at point A to 610 at point B). This trade-off exemplifies the opportunity cost associated with reallocating resources to produce more of one good at the expense of less production of another good. This graph is a crucial tool for understanding how resources can be allocated efficiently and highlights the concept of opportunity cost in economics.

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