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Absolute and Comparative Advantage
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Country A can produce 10 tons of wheat or 5 tons of cloth, while Country B can produce 8 tons of wheat or 4 tons of cloth. Which country has a comparative advantage in producing wheat?

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A

Country A

B

Country B

C

Neither country

D

Both countries have the same advantage

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Answer

To determine which country has a comparative advantage in producing wheat, we need to look at how much each country gives up to produce wheat instead of cloth. Country A can produce 10 tons of wheat or 5 tons of cloth, meaning for every ton of wheat, it gives up 0. 5 tons of cloth. Country B can produce 8 tons of wheat or 4 tons of cloth, so for each ton of wheat, it gives up 0. 5 tons of cloth as well.

Detailed Explanation

Country A can produce more wheat compared to cloth than Country B. Other options are incorrect because Some might think Country B is better at making wheat; This option suggests that both countries are equal in producing wheat.

Key Concepts

Comparative Advantage
Opportunity Cost
Absolute Advantage
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Absolute and Comparative Advantage

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