Homer and Teddy are stranded on a desert island. To feed themselves each day they can either catch fish or pick fruit. In a day, Teddy could pick 60 pieces of fruit or catch 20 fish. Homer could pick 100 pieces of fruit or catch 150 fish. Which of the following statements is correct?
A)Homer has an absolute advantage in picking fruit and Teddy has an absolute advantage in catching fish.
B)Teddy has an absolute advantage in both catching fish and picking fruit.
C)Homer has an absolute advantage in catching fish and Teddy has an absolute advantage in picking fruit.
D)Homer has an absolute advantage in both catching fish and picking fruit.

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Homer can pick more fruit and catch more fish than Teddy in a day, giving him an absolute advantage in both activities.

Homer and Teddy Are Stranded on a Desert Island