Math Problem Statement
The following table shows the amount of resources (in man-hours) required to produce good A or good B in Oceanland and Funland, respectively.
A
B
Oceanland
X
12
Funland
6
18
If Oceanland has a comparative advantage in producing A, then, the maximum value of X should be strictly smaller than [Answer].
(In decimal numbers, with two decimal places, please.)
Answer:Question 1
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Comparative Advantage
Opportunity Cost
Inequalities
Formulas
Opportunity Cost of A in Oceanland = X / 12
Opportunity Cost of A in Funland = 6 / 18
Comparative Advantage Condition: X / 12 < 0.33
Theorems
Comparative Advantage Principle
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-12
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