The Nation of Gren Recently Began Privatization Efforts; However, as a Way

question 82

Multiple Choice

The nation of Gren recently began privatization efforts; however, as a way to protect newly privatized firms, the government imposed strong tariffs on imports from foreign competitors. This has resulted in little competition for these newly privatized firms and essentially created

• A) state monopolies.
• B) few barriers to trade.
• C) a mini-multinational.
• D) a democratic regime.
• E) a totalitarian state.

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