Analyzing Production Shocks
Two individuals, Alex and Jose, produce oranges and melons. The table below shows their maximum daily production capabilities under normal conditions.
| Individual | Oranges (per day) | Melons (per day) |
|---|---|---|
| Alex | 10 | 20 |
| Jose | 30 | 30 |
A severe storm hits Alex's island, damaging the melon patches and halving his maximum daily melon production. Jose's island is unaffected. Analyze how the number of melons Alex must give up to produce one orange has changed as a result of the storm.
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