(a)
The
Concept Introduction:
(b)
The country that has an absolute advantage in producing wheat and in producing cloth.
Concept Introduction:
Absolute Advantage: The ability of a country to do any economic activity more efficiently than others
Comparative Advantage: The capability of a country to produce the specialized product in which it has a lower opportunity cost
(c)
The country that has a comparative advantage in producing wheat and in producing cloth.
Concept Introduction:
Absolute Advantage: The ability of a country to do any economic activity more efficiently than others
Comparative Advantage: The capability of a country to produce the specialized product in which it has a lower opportunity cost
(d)
The country that should specialize in producing wheat and in producing cloth.
Concept Introduction:
Absolute Advantage: The ability of a country to do any economic activity more efficiently than others
Comparative Advantage: The capability of a country to produce the specialized product in which it has a lower opportunity cost
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