Economics 2281 · O Level · Globalisation, free trade and protection

Globalisation, free trade and protection — practice question

World output has risen in recent years, yet several countries have gone through recession. The easing of trade barriers, including import tariffs, has slowed, which has reduced the pace at which world trade is growing.
(a)[2]

What does the term import tariff mean?

(b)[4]

Explain two benefits that can result from an increase in world output.

(c)[6]

Analyse how a recession can cut a country’s imports.

(d)[8]

Discuss whether a developing country would gain from the removal of trade restrictions.

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