The Trade Theories of Adam Smith and David Ricardo Viewed

question 159

True/False

The trade theories of Adam Smith and David Ricardo viewed the determination of competitiveness from the demand side of the market.

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Definitions:

Decreasing-Cost Industry

An industry where the average cost of production decreases as the industry grows and output increases, often due to economies of scale.

Demand Occurs

The moment at which consumers are willing and able to purchase a good or service at a given price.

Long-Run Equilibrium

A state in which all factors of production and costs are variable, and firms in the industry are earning only normal profits, with no incentive for entry or exit.

Inferior Good

A good or service whose consumption declines as income rises, prices held constant.