A Tariff Is

question 9

Multiple Choice

A tariff is

• A)a limit placed on the quantity of goods that can be imported into a country.
• B)a tax imposed by a government on goods imported into a country.
• C)a subsidy granted to importers of a vital input.
• D)a health and safety restriction imposed on an imported product.

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Definitions:

Fixed Costs

Expenses that do not change with the level of production or sales, such as rent, salaries, and loan payments.

Cash Break-even

The point at which a company or project has enough cash flow to cover its operating expenses, without considering profits.

Accounting Basis

The method used to record the financial transactions of a business (e.g., cash basis, accrual basis).

Pay Back

The period of time it takes for an investment to generate enough returns to recover the original investment cost.