Because It Controls the World's Diamond Deposits, the DeBeers Consolidated

question 132

Multiple Choice

Because it controls the world's diamond deposits, the DeBeers Consolidated Mines, Ltd., has a(n)

• A) absolute advantage.
• B) comparative advantage.
• C) advantage based on efficient production.
• D) trade deficit.
• E) lot of diamonds.

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