Figure 2-4 Figure 2-4 shows various points on three different production possibilities frontiers for a nation.
-Refer to Figure 2-4. A movement from Y to Z
A) represents an increase in the demand for plastic products.
B) could occur because of general technological advancements.
C) is the result of advancements in food production technology.
D) is the result of advancements in plastic production technology.

Question

Figure 2-4  Figure 2-4 shows various points on three different production possibilities frontiers for a nation.
-Refer to Figure 2-4. A movement from Y to Z
A) represents an increase in the demand for plastic products. 
B) could occur because of general technological advancements. 
C) is the result of advancements in food production technology. 
D) is the result of advancements in plastic production technology.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A movement from Y to Z is a shift outward in the production possibilities frontier for plastic products, which can only be caused by improvements in plastic production technology. Therefore, choice D is the correct answer. The other choices, such as an increase in the demand for plastic products or improvements in food production technology, do not necessarily cause a shift in the production possibilities frontier for plastic products.

Figure 2-4 Figure 2-4 Shows Various Points on Three