"The money and resources currently being devoted to the War on Terrorism reduces the quantity of other goods that we are able to supply." This statement most clearly illustrates which of the following?
What will be an ideal response?
the concept of opportunity cost
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If a rise in the price of oranges from $7 to $9 a bushel increases the quantity of bushels supplied from 4,500 to 5,500 bushels, the
A) supply of oranges is elastic. B) supply of oranges is inelastic. C) demand for oranges is elastic. D) demand for oranges is inelastic.
Japan and China can both produce guns and rice. The country with the lowest opportunity cost of guns (in terms of rice) will a. import guns
b. have a comparative advantage in guns. c. have an absolute advantage in guns. d. have a comparative advantage in rice.
Which of the following are examples of market signals?
A. extracurricular activities B. education C. warranties D. all of the above
In 2015, some banks in Europe had to make interest payments to borrowers rather than receive interest payments from borrowers. Which of the following statements describes this situation?
A) For these banks, the loans increased required reserves. B) For these banks, the loans were liabilities instead of assets. C) These banks were receiving negative nominal interest rates on these loans. D) All of the above are correct.