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Analysis of Free Time Distribution
Based on the provided case study and the economic definition of 'free time' as all non-work time in a 24/7 week, first calculate the total weekly free time for both Alex and Ben. Second, analyze how the different distribution of their work hours could lead them to value or use their free time differently, despite the total amount being identical.
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