Think of some of the options you have for spending time after school-sports practice, hobby clubs, work, or extra study, for example. Which option would you choose? What is the opportunity cost of your choice?
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If I choose sports practice, I would be able to improve my physical health and team working skills. However, the opportunity cost would be the time I could have spent on studying, working, or pursuing my hobbies. If I choose to join a hobby club, I could Show more…
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