Economics 9708 · AS & A Level · Protectionism

Protectionism — practice question

(a)[8]

Explain how import tariffs might bring the current account of the balance of payments back into balance and assess whether these tariffs are the most suitable method of correcting such an imbalance.

(b)[12]

A country has a persistent deficit on the current account of its balance of payments. Assess the likely consequences for this country's domestic economy and external economy.

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