Question 61
MediumOriginal questionThe table shows an economy's production possibilities.
| Combination | Wheat (tonnes) | Cloth (lakh m) |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 20 |
| B | 1 | 18 |
| C | 2 | 15 |
| D | 3 | 11 |
| E | 4 | 6 |
How much cloth in all must be given up to move from A to D?
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer B
Correct answer: B
Explanation
At A cloth is 20; at D it is 11.
Cloth given up = 20 − 11 = 9 lakh m, for 3 tonnes of wheat.
- Concept
- Total opportunity cost over several steps
- Typical timeTypical
- 70 s
- Your timeYours
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