Economists Generally Support

question 40

Multiple Choice

Economists generally support:

• A) trade restrictions
• B) government management of trade
• C) free international trade
• D) export subsidies

Interpret the law of comparative advantage and its implications for productivity and trade.

Analyze scenarios to determine individuals’ or countries’ comparative and absolute advantages.

Understand the concept of absolute and comparative advantage in economic transactions.

Distinguish between absolute advantage and comparative advantage.

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Scatter Diagram

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