Among the feasible points shown on this graph, we can't say for certain that any would be preferred to B. While it is true that B represents an inefficient utilization of resources and points A, C and D all represent efficient utilization, moving from B to any of the other points requires that something be given up. For example, to move from B to A requires that the society produce fewer cars. Without knowing more about this country's needs and preferences, we can't be sure this would be better. This could be a tiny island whose entire economy is based on fishing. Likewise, moving from B to C or D requires giving up boats and again, without more information we can't be certain this is better.
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