In the Context of the Barriers to International Trade, Promoting

question 87

Multiple Choice

In the context of the barriers to international trade, promoting a "buy national" consumer attitude among local people is most likely a(n) _____.

• A) quota
• B) embargo
• C) trading bloc
• D) nontariff barrier

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Definitions:

Dividend

A portion of a company's earnings distributed to its shareholders, typically in the form of cash or stock.

Treasury Stock

Shares once issued to the public but then re-obtained by the originating company, lessening the quantity of stock present in the marketplace.

Common Stock

Equity security that represents ownership in a corporation, giving holders the right to vote and share in the company's profits.

Retained Earnings

Profits that are not distributed as dividends but are instead reinvested into the business.