In 2008, the Los Angeles Times Asked Members of the American

question 87

Multiple Choice

In 2008, the Los Angeles Times asked members of the American public whether free international trade has helped or hurt the economy. Of those surveyed,

• A)57 percent said free international trade helped the economy.
• B)26 percent said free international trade helped the economy.
• C)30 percent said free international trade hurt the economy.
• D)16 percent said free international trade hurt the economy.

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