Suppose the World Price of Coffee Is $3 Per Pound

question 106

Short Answer

Suppose the world price of coffee is $3 per pound and Brazil's domestic price of coffee without trade is $2 per pound. If Brazil allows free trade, will Brazil be an importer or an exporter of coffee?

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Definitions:

Terms of Sale

The conditions under which a seller is willing to sell a product or service, including price, payment method, and delivery time.

Prompt Payment Discount

A reduction in the amount due on a bill offered by a seller to encourage early payment by the buyer.

Operating Cycle

The total time it takes for a company to purchase inventory, sell the products, and collect the cash from the sales.

Cash Cycle

The period it takes for a company to convert its investments in inventory and other resources into cash flows from sales.