Table 3.1

-Based on the data in Table 3.1
A) Jesse should specialize in painting kites and trade for snowboards.
B) Jesse should specialize in painting snowboards and trade for kites.
C) April should specialize in both goods.
D) Jesse should specialize in both goods.

Question

Table 3.1
 
-Based on the data in Table 3.1
A) Jesse should specialize in painting kites and trade for snowboards. 
B) Jesse should specialize in painting snowboards and trade for kites. 
C) April should specialize in both goods. 
D) Jesse should specialize in both goods.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Jesse should specialize in painting kites because he has a comparative advantage in that activity, meaning he can produce kites at a lower opportunity cost compared to snowboards. By specializing and trading, both parties can benefit from the trade.

Table 3.1 -Based on the Data in Table 3.1