Which of the Following Would Be Expected If the Tariff

question 62

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be expected if the tariff on foreign-produced shoes were decreased?

• A) The domestic price of shoes would fall.
• B) The supply of foreign shoes to the domestic market would decline, causing shoe prices to rise.
• C) The number of unemployed workers in the domestic shoe industry would decline.
• D) The demand for foreign-produced shoes would decrease, causing the price of shoes to increase in other nations.

Comprehend the role and benefits of outsourcing in business operations.

Identify primary causes of time lost to tardiness and absenteeism and strategies to mitigate these issues.

Understand the importance of error prevention over detection in quality control processes.

Define productivity and recognize activities that improve quality and productivity.

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Definitions:

Marginal Cost

The additional cost incurred in producing one more unit of a good or service.

Willingness to Pay

The maximum amount an individual is prepared to spend for a good or service, reflecting the value they derive from it.

Opportunity Cost

The cost of foregoing the next best alternative when making a decision or choosing to allocate resources in a certain way.

Marginal Cost

The cost increase associated with the manufacture of an additional good or service unit.