In a Two-Country,two-Commodity Framework,when One Country Has an Absolute Advantage

question 130

Multiple Choice

In a two-country,two-commodity framework,when one country has an absolute advantage in the production of both commodities,_____.

• A)autarky is always preferred to trade
• B)differences in the opportunity cost of production between the two countries ensure that specialization and trade result in mutual gains
• C)the country with the lowest opportunity cost of production is the least competitive in international markets
• D)the countries gain from mutual trade as long as tastes differ across countries
• E)the countries gain from specialization and exchange as long as they are the same size

Understand the key changes and controversies surrounding the transition from AASB 114 to AASB 8/IFRS 8.

Know the accounting standards applicable for segment reporting prior and subsequent to 1 January 2009.

Comprehend the requirements for segment disclosure in consolidated and parent entity financial statements.

Grasp the differences in prescriptiveness and disclosure requirements between AASB 114 and AASB 8/IFRS 8.

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