Frederic Bastiat's satire clearly illustrates that:

A. French candle makers would benefit from government restrictions on trade
B. French consumers would benefit from a tariff on U.S. candles
C. The arguments in favor of trade protectionism can sometimes be ridiculous
D. The arguments in favor of protectionism are sometimes well-founded


C. The arguments in favor of trade protectionism can sometimes be ridiculous

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