If the best surgeon in town is also the best at cleaning swimming pools, then according to the theory of comparative advantage, this person should
A) pursue the activity he enjoys more.
B) specialize in cleaning swimming pools because it is more labor-intensive.
C) split his time evenly between being a surgeon and cleaning swimming pools.
D) specialize in being a surgeon because its opportunity cost is lower.
Answer: D
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