Question

Bobby is speaking to his friend and says, "this musical is going to cost me $60 when I buy the ticket." His friend corrects him and says, "actually, this concert will cost you more than $60 since you have to miss work." His friend is referring to the _________________.Select the correct answer below:a) economies of scaleb) budget constraintc) opportunity costd) opportunity set

Answer 1

Answer:

C) opportunity cost

Explanation:

Opportunity costs are the costs incurred (or benefits lost) from choosing one activity or investment over another alternative.

In this case, Bobby will spend $60 in the concert ticket, but he is also not going to be able to work and earn his salary for the day (or afternoon). That lost salary is the opportunity cost of deciding to go to the concert instead of working.