The Globalization of Markets and Production and the Resulting Growth

question 19

True/False

The globalization of markets and production and the resulting growth of world trade, foreign direct investment, and imports all imply that firms are finding their home markets protected from foreign competitors.

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Marginal Tax Rate

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