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CalculatorsOpportunity cost

Opportunity cost calculator

Compare alternatives and find the value of the next-best option you give up. Related lesson: Topic 4.3.

Formula

Opportunity cost = Value of the next-best alternative

Alternatives

Estimate each option's net benefit in dollars, then select the one you chose.

Alternatives

Enter values to see the result and working.