John takes 10 minutes to iron a shirt and 20 minutes to type a paper.Harry takes 10 minutes to iron a shirt and 30 minutes to type a paper.Which of the following statements is correct?
A) Harry has a comparative advantage in ironing.
B) Harry has a comparative advantage in typing.
C) Harry has an absolute advantage in typing.
D) Harry has an absolute advantage in ironing.
E) Neither can gain from specialization and exchange.
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