The Market Power Effect of an International Joint Venture Can

question 115

Multiple Choice

The market power effect of an international joint venture can lead to welfare losses for the domestic economy unless offset by cost reductions.Which type of cost reduction would not lead to offsetting welfare gains for the overall economy?

• A) R&D generating improved technology
• B) Development of more productive machinery
• C) New work rules promoting worker efficiency
• D) Lower wages extracted from workers

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