The terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 led the U.S. to devote more of its resources to national security, creating an opportunity cost for society in terms of the other goods that were given up.

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The resources redirected towards national security after the September 11 attacks meant that those resources could not be used for other societal needs, such as education or healthcare, illustrating the concept of opportunity cost.

The Terrorist Attacks of September 11, 2001 Led the U