Question

Two countries produce copper and lead. Country A can produce a maximum

of 300 tons of copper per day or 150 tons of lead. Country B can produce a
maximum of 400 tons of copper per day or 100 tons of lead. Which
statement best describes this situation?
A. Country Bhas a comparative advantage producing copper.
B. Country A has an absolute advantage producing copper and lead.
C. Country A has an absolute advantage producing copper.
D. Country Bhas a comparative advantage producing lead.

Answer 1

Answer:A

Explanation: got it right <3

Answer 2

A. Country B has a comparative advantage producing copper.

Step-by-step explanation:

Comparative advantage is the capability of a firm or country to produce a good or service at a lower opportunity cost than rivals. It implies the country uses fewer resources to produce that commodity. Comparative advantage enables a country to have a higher output while using the same inputs as its competitors.

Country B can produce 400 tons of copper, while country A ability is 300 tons. Country B uses labor and materials more efficiently in copper production; hence it has a comparative