A Game-Theory Explanation of the Paradox That Even Though All

question 36

Multiple Choice

A game-theory explanation of the paradox that even though all countries would benefit if each chose free trade, in fact each tends to follow protectionist policies is

• A) trade war.
• B) collective action.
• C) prisoner's dilemma.
• D) benefit-cost analysis.
• E) rent seeking.

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