5.3 - Arguments against trade barriers
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What are trade barriers?
💡 Hint: Think about why a country would limit imports.
Name one type of trade barrier.
💡 Hint: Think about taxes or limits on imports.
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What are tariffs?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when a tax is introduced on a product.
Trade barriers can lead to higher consumer prices. True or False?
💡 Hint: What happens if you have no other choices for buying goods?
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Critically analyze the statement: 'Trade barriers are essential for protecting national interest but detrimental to long-term economic growth.'
💡 Hint: Consider both the pros and cons of protectionism.
Design a proposal for a country considering implementing trade barriers. Include your reasoning and predicted outcomes.
💡 Hint: Balance the needs of protecting local businesses with the potential risks of reduced innovation and retaliation.
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