Question

The United States can manufacture books at a much more rapid pace than manufacturers in Indonesia. Which of the following is a reason?

Indonesia, as a developed country, has a highly paid and experienced workforce. Indonesia, as a developing country, has a less advanced manufacturing infrastructure. The United States, as a developing country, has a high comparative advantage in manufacturing. The United States, as a developed country, has a lower cost of living than Indonesia.

Answer 1

Indonesia, as a developing country, has a less advanced manufacturing infrastructure.

Answer 2

One reason why the United States can manufacture books at a much more rapid pace than manufacturers in Indonesia is because "Indonesia, as a developing country, has a less advanced manufacturing infrastructure," since developed countries almost always have better and more efficient means of production.