Each of the Following Has Contributed to the Rapid Growth

question 21

Multiple Choice

Each of the following has contributed to the rapid growth of trade among nations EXCEPT ________.

• A) the growth of emerging market countries
• B) the increase in trade barriers
• C) advances in information technology
• D) the liberalization of markets

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