Senator Bright, who understands economic principles, is trying to convince workers in her district that trade with other countries is beneficial. Senator Bright should argue that trade can be beneficial
a. only if it allows us to obtain things that we couldn't make for ourselves.
b. because it allows specialization, which increases total output.
c. to us if we can gain and the others involved in the trade lose.
d. in only a limited number of circumstances because others are typically self-interested.
b
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Refer to Table 4-7. If a minimum wage of $11.50 is mandated there will be a
A) shortage of 40,000 units of labor. B) surplus of 20,000 units of labor. C) surplus of 40,000 units of labor. D) shortage of 20,000 units of labor.
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A) two B) three C) four D) six