DSME 1030 ABN
Discussion Questions 1
Opportunity Cost X Uber
1. What are the different alternatives that Uber riders (drivers) have when
deciding how to travel from one place to another? How does each
alternative represent an opportunity cost?
2. What are some financial costs that Uber riders (drivers) may face?
Besides financial costs, what are some non-financial costs that Uber
riders (drivers) may encounter?
3. How does the urgency of the trip impact the opportunity cost for Uber
riders? How might they adjust their choices based on the time sensitivity
of their travel needs?
4. How does the level of demand for rides impact the opportunity cost for
Uber drivers? How might they adjust their choices based on the
potential earnings during different times of the day or in different
locations?
5. What are some personal preferences or constraints that Uber riders
(drivers) may have? How can these preferences or constraints affect
their opportunity cost?