Specialization of labour led to greater efficiency in the allocation of resources because of
A) the use of barter.
B) an increase in total work effort.
C) greater reliance on self-sufficiency.
D) the opportunity cost of labour increased.
E) the principle of comparative advantage.
Ans: E) the principle of comparative advantage.
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