PPF Segment 3 Flashcards

1
Q

As you _______ production of one good, the opportunity cost of producing the additional good will _________.

A

Increase; increase

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Anytime you move from one point to another along the frontier what is revealed?

A

Opportunity cost

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In reality, what is the frontier line?

A

A curved line, with the middle portion pushed outward

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4
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A straight frontier line shows that opportunity cost…?

A

Remains constant when moving along the frontier

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5
Q

Why does the law of increasing opportunity cost occur?

A

Some resources are better suited for some tasks than others

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What happens as you increases the production of one good?

A

The opportunity cost to produce the additional good will increase

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