It costs a computer manufacturer $1,000 to produce a personal computer. This manufacturer sells these computers abroad for $600. This is an example of

A. a negative tariff.
B. dumping.
C. export subsidy.
D. a trade-related economy of scale.


Answer: B

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B.  D minus CD.
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