Econ Micro (book Only)
Econ Micro (book Only)
6th Edition
ISBN: 9781337408066
Author: William A. McEachern
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 2, Problem 2P
To determine

The opportunity cost of going to Florida.

Concept Introduction:

Opportunity Cost: Opportunity cost is the opportunity lost by choosing one alternative over the other.

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