(Comparative Advantage) Suppose that each US worker can produce 8 units of food or 2 units of clothing daily. In Fredonia, which has the same number of workers, each worker can produce 7 units of food or 1 unit of clothing daily. Why does the US have an absolute advantage in both goods? Which country enjoys a comparative advantage in food? Why?

(Comparative Advantage) Suppose that each US worker can produce 8 units of food or 2 units of clothing daily. In Fredonia, which has the same number of workers, each worker can produce 7 units of food or 1 unit of clothing daily. Why does the US have an absolute advantage in both goods? Which country enjoys a comparative advantage in food? Why?

ECON MACRO

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Chapter17: International Trade

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