Scenario 1.1
Alan and Brian work at a baseball and softball manufacturing plant. Alan can produce either 10 baseballs or 4 softballs in an hour. Brian can produce either 8 baseballs or 2 softballs in an hour.
-According to Scenario 1.1, Brian has a comparative advantage over Alan in the production of

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Brian has a comparative advantage in producing baseballs because he gives up fewer softballs to produce one more baseball compared to Alan. Specifically, Brian gives up 0.25 softballs per baseball (2 softballs/8 baseballs), while Alan gives up 0.4 softballs per baseball (4 softballs/10 baseballs).

Scenario 1.1 Alan and Brian Work at a Baseball and Softball Manufacturing