In one hour John can produce 20 loaves of bread or 8 cakes. In one hour Phyllis can produce 30 loaves of bread or 15 cakes. Which of the following statements is true?

Question

A) Phyllis has a comparative advantage in producing bread.
B) John has a comparative advantage in producing cakes.
C) Phyllis has an absolute advantage in both goods.
D) John has an absolute advantage in both goods.
E) Phyllis has a comparative advantage in producing both cakes and bread.

Answer 1

C