JAMB Economics 1986 Question 2

Question 2

Basic Concepts

Which of these is the real cost of satisfying any want in the sense of the alternative that has to be foregone?

  1. A.Variable cost
  2. B.Opportunity cost
  3. C.Total cost
  4. D.Prime cost
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Opportunity cost)

Explanation

Opportunity cost is the next best alternative given up when a choice is made, so it is the real cost of satisfying a want.