Which is not considered an “anticompetitive practice”?
A. Firms threaten to destroy competitors through innovation.
B. A firm forces competitors to compete on prices.
C. A firm prevents the entry of new rivals.
D. Firms share intellectual property that may be helpful for research and development.
Answer: D
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In 1995, the United States threatened to impose 100 percent tariffs on ________ from ________ if it didn't loosen its protectionist policies
A) light trucks; Germany B) brandies; France C) auto parts; Japan D) luxury cars; Japan
The government can continuously issue new bonds to pay the interest on its outstanding bonds so long as
A) the real GDP growth rate exceeds the real interest rate. B) the real interest rate exceeds the real GDP growth rate. C) the real interest rate exceeds the nominal interest rate. D) the nominal interest rate exceeds the cost of borrowing.
The U.S. trade deficits of the 1980s and 1990s may represent a problem because they will require
a. higher consumption in the future in order to increase imports. b. lower consumption in the future in order to repay interest and principal to foreigners. c. lower consumption in the future in order to finance increased investment. d. higher budget deficits in the future in order to increase the trade surplus.
Which of the following would likely lead to the greatest improvement in the health status of the population in the United States?
a. Improved lifestyles, including reductions in the use of tobacco, alcohol, and drugs b. Higher per capita incomes c. More spending on public health, such as improved water supply and sanitation d. More rural hospitals e. More medical care spending overall