Foundations of Economics (8th Edition)
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Question 1
Suppose a British Columbia has a total of 12 units of labour, which can be used
to produce either computer or wheat. One computer takes 6 units of labour to produce and 100 kg wheat
takes 2 units of labour to produce.
(a) Explain why scarcity exists in this economy. Use the data as evidence of your reasoning.
(b) What is the maximum quantity of computers that can be produced?
(c) What is the maximum quantity of wheat than can be produced? (
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Refer to Figure 2-4. Which of the following best describes Point A?
It is efficient.
It is preferable to Point D.
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It is unattainable.
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