In the Absence of International Trade, Assume That the Equilibrium

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In the absence of international trade, assume that the equilibrium price and quantity of motorcycles in Canada is $14,000 and 10 units respectively. Assuming that Canada is a small country that is unable to affect the world price of motorcycles, suppose its market is opened to international trade. As a result, the price of motorcycles falls to $12,000 and the total quantity demanded rises to 14 units; out of this total, 6 units are produced in Canada while 8 units are imported. Now assume that the Canadian government levies an import tariff of $1,000 on motorcycles. With the tariff, 8 units are produced in Canada and quantity demanded is 12 units.
-Refer to Exhibit 4.2.All of the import tariff is shifted to the Canadian consumer via a higher price of motorcycles.

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Deadweight Loss

Deadweight loss refers to a loss in economic efficiency that can occur when the equilibrium for a good or a service is not achieved or is not achievable.

Marginal Cost

The cost of producing one additional unit of a product or service, reflecting the change in total cost that arises from an increase in production.

Socially Efficient

The optimal allocation of resources that occurs when the social welfare is maximized, accounting for all costs and benefits to society.

Price Discrimination

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