Suppose that the Zubians can produce 1000 pounds of flour per hours, or catch 500 pounds of fish per hour. In contrast, the Zirconians can produce 1800 pounds of flour per hour, or catch 300 pounds of fish per hours. What is the comparative advantage of the Zubians?

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The Zubians have a comparative advantage in fish because they give up less flour to catch fish compared to the Zirconians. The opportunity cost of catching fish is lower for the Zubians.

Suppose That the Zubians Can Produce 1000 Pounds of Flour