The Proposition That Protection Is Necessary to Allow an Infant

question 10

Multiple Choice

The proposition that protection is necessary to allow an infant industry to grow into a mature industry so that it can compete in world markets is the

• A)infant-maturity argument.
• B)infant-industry argument.
• C)new industry proposition.
• D)growth proposition.
• E)dynamic comparative advantage argument.

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Limited Life

A term that refers to the finite operational lifespan of an entity, asset, or agreement, after which it ceases to exist or operate.

Limited Liability

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Fair Market Value

The price at which a property would sell under normal conditions in an open and competitive market.

Book Value

The net value of a company's assets as recorded on the balance sheet, calculated by subtracting liabilities from total assets.