Tariffs and Import Quotas Always

question 168

Essay

Tariffs and import quotas always:
A.increase the quantity of imports as compared to free trade.
B.generate government revenue.
C.increase consumer surplus as compared to free trade.
D.reduce total surplus as compared to free trade.

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