Which of the Following Is Not a Reason Why International

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a reason why international trade has increased as a proportion of the world GDP in the last 50 years?

• A)The reduction in transportation costs
• B)The advent of the Internet and the subsequent reduction in the cost of doing international business
• C)Reductions in government restrictions on trade between countries
• D)All of the above are relevant in explaining the growth of international trade.
• E)None of the above are relevant in explaining the growth of international trade.

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