Key Skill: Distinguish between the financial cost and the opportunity cost of making a decision
Thomas O’Dea would like to reduce his environmental impact as a consumer. He was considering buying a used electric vehicle and he is also interested in getting solar panels installed on his house.
He has €20,000 to spend. His two options are shown below: Option 1
Electric Vehicle (EV) €20,000 Option 2 Solar Panels €20,000 Thomas has decided to install solar panels on his house.
Identify the (i) financial cost and the (ii) opportunity cost of Thomas’ choice, and explain your reasons for both.
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STRAND 1 CHAPTER 1: Reviewing your personal resources