Table 3-3
Assume that Zimbabwe and Portugal can switch between producing toothbrushes and producing hairbrushes at a constant rate.

-Refer to Table 3-3.Zimbabwe has an absolute advantage in the production of
A) toothbrushes and a comparative advantage in the production of toothbrushes.
B) toothbrushes and a comparative advantage in the production of hairbrushes.
C) hairbrushes and a comparative advantage in the production of toothbrushes.
D) hairbrushes and a comparative advantage in the production of hairbrushes.

Question

Table 3-3
Assume that Zimbabwe and Portugal can switch between producing toothbrushes and producing hairbrushes at a constant rate.
 
-Refer to Table 3-3.Zimbabwe has an absolute advantage in the production of
A) toothbrushes and a comparative advantage in the production of toothbrushes. 
B) toothbrushes and a comparative advantage in the production of hairbrushes. 
C) hairbrushes and a comparative advantage in the production of toothbrushes. 
D) hairbrushes and a comparative advantage in the production of hairbrushes.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Zimbabwe has an absolute advantage in the production of toothbrushes because it can produce more toothbrushes per hour than the other country.

Table 3-3 Assume That Zimbabwe and Portugal Can Switch Between Producing Toothbrushes