The figure below shows production possibilities curves for tomatoes and oranges in two prefectures in a country.

-Refer to the figure above.In Prefecture B,the opportunity cost of producing each additional pound of tomatoes ________.

Question

The figure below shows production possibilities curves for tomatoes and oranges in two prefectures in a country.
 
-Refer to the figure above.In Prefecture B,the opportunity cost of producing each additional pound of tomatoes ________.

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In Prefecture B, the production possibilities curve is bowed outwards, indicating increasing opportunity cost. This means that as more tomatoes are produced, the opportunity cost of producing each additional pound of tomatoes increases. Therefore, the correct answer is A.

The Figure Below Shows Production Possibilities Curves for Tomatoes and Oranges