An economy has two workers, Paula and Ricardo. Every day they work, Paula can produce 4 computers or 16 shirts, and Ricardo can produce 6 computers or 12 shirts. ________ has the comparative advantage in computers and ________ has the comparative advantage in shirts.

A. Ricardo; Paula
B. Paula; Ricardo
C. Paula; Paula
D. Ricardo; Ricardo


Answer: A

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