When you buy a new computer, which of these is a hidden cost?

A. cost from the loss of natural services degraded by its manufacture
B. cost of mining the metals used to make it
C. cost to manufacture it in a factory in Indonesia
D. cost of wages for under-paid shop associates at computer store


Answer: A

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