Is the Call for Protection on the Basis of National

question 167

Multiple Choice

Is the call for protection on the basis of national defense valid?

• A)No, because protection has no place in national defense.
• B)No, protection is always improper.
• C)Uncertain, economic theory has no answer to this question.
• D)Yes, although it can be overstated and abused.

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