The Combined Mass of All the Asteroids in the Asteroid

question 63

Multiple Choice

The combined mass of all the asteroids in the asteroid belt is

• A)less than that of any terrestrial planet.
• B)about the same as that of Earth.
• C)about twice that of Earth.
• D)about the same as that of Jupiter.
• E)more than that of all the planets combined.

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Definitions:

Tariffs

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International Trade

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Infant-Industry Argument

The economic rationale for protecting new industries with tariffs or other trade barriers until they become competitive internationally.