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absolute advantage

noun/ˈæbsəluːt ədˈvɑːntɪdʒ/

C1CEFR level
68/100Rarity: rare
TechnicalRegister

The ability to produce more of a good than a rival using the same resources.

A country may hold an absolute advantage in every sector yet still benefit from trade.

Topic: Economics in Business English

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