The following graph shows the production possibilities curve for the economy with only two members, Silvia and Art. Silvia can produce either 50 pounds of beef or 2 computers per week, and Art can produce 100 pounds of beef or 1 computer per week. Both of them work 40 weeks per year.
How much of each good is produced if each worker fully specializes according to comparative advantage?
A. 4,000 pounds of beef and 80 computers
B. 6,000 pounds of beef and 120 computers
C. 8,000 pounds of beef and 120 computers
D. 6,000 pounds of beef and 160 computers
Answer: A
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