Amy can produce either 5,000 pounds of cheese or 20 cars per year. Mike can produce either 5,000 pounds of cheese or 10 cars per year. Amy's opportunity cost of producing one car is ________ pounds of cheese.

A. 1/250
B. 20
C. 250
D. 1/20


Answer: C

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