Recall Application 2, "Protection for Candle Makers," to Answer the Following

question 136

Multiple Choice

Recall Application 2, "Protection for Candle Makers," to answer the following questions:
-In the application, the French economist Bastiat petitioned for protection of French candle makers from unfair competition from:

• A) imported whale oil lamps.
• B) the sun.
• C) electric lights.
• D) foreign candle makers.

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Unimpaired

In a state of being undamaged, unaffected, or able to function at full capacity without any reduction in value or quality.

Optimization

The process of making something as fully perfect, effective, or functional as possible, often by using mathematical models or algorithms.

Equity

Fairness or justice in the way people are treated, often considered in contexts like economics, law, and social issues.

Efficiency

The extent to which resources such as time, energy, or materials are used well to achieve desired results, minimizing waste.