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cookcarl

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on: Jun 30, 2018
Suppose a society begins by producing 3 units of X and 4 units of Y and then alters production to 4 units of X and 4 units of Y. If the quantity and quality of resources and the technology being used remain unchanged, then:
 a. 3 units of X and 4 units of Y are a combination best represented by a point inside the production possibilities curve PPC.
  b. we can conclude that the society has moved along the PPC.
  c. we can conclude that resources were being fully utilized at 3 units of X and 4 units of Y.
  d. we can conclude that resources were being efficiently utilized at 3 units of X and 4 units of Y.
  e. 3 units of X and 4 units of Y are a combination best represented by a point outside the PPC.

Question 2

Ted has decided to buy a burger and fries at a restaurant, but is considering whether to buy a drink as well. If the price of a burger is 2, fries are 1, drinks are 1, but a value meal with all three costs 3.80, the marginal cost to Ted of the drink is:
 a. 0.20
  b. 0.80
  c. 1.00
  d. 3.80


Edwyer

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Reply #1 on: Jun 30, 2018
Answer to Question 1

a

Answer to Question 2

b


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