Economic Theory in General, and Trade Theory in Particular Are

question 16

Essay

Economic theory in general, and trade theory in particular are replete with equivalencies. For example, it is argued that for any specific tariff one can find an equivalent ad valorem tariff; and that for any quota one can calculate a tariff equivalent. Discuss conditions or situations under which a specific and an ad valorem tariff are not equivalent. Discuss conditions or situations when a tariff and a quota are not equivalent.

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Definitions:

Annuity A

Represents a financial product that promises to pay the holder a fixed stream of payments over a specified period of time.

APR

Annual Percentage Rate, a measure used to calculate the cost of borrowing, including interest and other fees, shown as a yearly rate.

EAR

Ear is the acronym for Effective Annual Rate, which measures the real return on an investment or the real interest rate on a loan, accounting for compounding over a specified period.

Monthly Stream

A monthly stream often refers to consistent or recurring flows of income, payments, or data that occur every month.