Which of the following two statements is true of the graph shown below?Statement 1: The graph leads to a supply of labor curve that is positively sloped throughout.Statement 2: The opportunity cost of leisure is lower at point A than at point D.
A. Statement 1
B. Statement 2
C. Both statements are true
D. None of the statements is true
Answer: B
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