When resources are assigned to inappropriate tasks, that is, tasks for which they are not the best match, the result will be producing at a point
A) where the slope of the PPF is positive.
B) where the slope of the PPF is zero.
C) inside the PPF.
D) outside the PPF.

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Assigning resources to inappropriate tasks leads to inefficiency, meaning the economy is not utilizing its resources in the most productive way possible. This results in production at a point inside the Production Possibility Frontier (PPF), indicating that not all resources are being used to their full potential.

When Resources Are Assigned to Inappropriate Tasks, That Is, Tasks