Ceteris paribus, tariffs and nontariff barriers on imported factor inputs result in

A. An increase in the price level and a decrease in unemployment.
B. A decrease in the price level and a decrease in unemployment.
C. An increase in the price level and an increase in unemployment.
D. A decrease in the price level and an increase in unemployment.


Answer: C

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