What are the commonly used arguments for the use of tariffs?

Arguments for the use of tariffs include: tariffs help infant industries grow; tariffs can reduce domestic unemployment; new tariffs can help finance our international trade; and tariffs are necessary for national security reasons.

Economics

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Assume that when price is $20, quantity demanded is 9 units, and when price is $19, quantity demanded is 10 units. Based on this information, we can conclude that over the price range from $19 to $20, demand is price:

A) elastic. B) unit elastic. C) inelastic. D) cannot be determined.

Economics

An association of producers such as OPEC that agrees to set common pricing or output goals is referred to as a

A) cartel. B) conglomerate. C) monopoly. D) partnership.

Economics