The Nations of Tweedle-Dee and Tweedle-Dum Do Not Trust Each

question 104

Multiple Choice

The nations of Tweedle-dee and Tweedle-dum do not trust each other. Tweedle-dee is convinced that if it lowers its trade barriers, Tweedle-dum will not lower its barriers. Therefore, Tweedle-dee keeps its trade barriers high. This is an example of the ________ argument in favor of protectionism.

• A)threat of retaliation
• B)infant-industry
• C)national security
• D)cheap foreign labor

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