When a Country Moves Away from a Free Trade Position

question 94

Multiple Choice

When a country moves away from a free trade position and imposes a tariff on imports,it causes

• A)a decrease in total surplus in the market.
• B)a decrease in producer surplus in the market.
• C)an increase in consumer surplus in the market.
• D)a decrease in revenue to the government.

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Definitions:

Property Loss

Property loss refers to the damage or destruction of property, leading to a financial loss to the owner or insured party.

Adverse Selection

This occurs when there is a lack of symmetric information prior to a deal, leading parties with higher risk to be more likely to engage in an agreement, notably impacting insurance and finance markets.

Reckless Drivers

Individuals who operate vehicles in a careless or heedless manner without regard for the rules of the road or the safety of others.

Safety Devices

Tools or technologies designed to prevent accidents, injuries, or other hazardous outcomes in various environments.