When the Nation of Worldova Allows Trade and Becomes an Exporter

question 21

Multiple Choice

When the nation of Worldova allows trade and becomes an exporter of silk,

• A)residents of Worldova who produce silk become worse off; residents of Worldova who buy silk become better off; and the economic well-being of Worldova rises.
• B)residents of Worldova who produce silk become worse off; residents of Worldova who buy silk become better off; and the economic well-being of Worldova falls.
• C)residents of Worldova who produce silk become better off; residents of Worldova who buy silk become worse off; and the economic well-being of Worldova rises.
• D)residents of Worldova who produce silk become better off; residents of Worldova who buy silk become worse off; and the economic well-being of Worldova falls.

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