Which of the following statements best describes the outcomes of protectionism for infant industries?

a. Protectionism for infant industries never imposes costs on domestic users of the product but typically has provided little benefit in the form of stronger, competitive industries.
b. Protectionism for infant industries always imposes costs on domestic users of the product and typically has provided little benefit in the form of stronger, competitive industries.
c. Protectionism for infant industries never imposes costs on domestic users of the product and typically has provided much benefit in the form of stronger, competitive industries.
d. Protectionism for infant industries always imposes costs on domestic users of the product but typically has provided much benefit in the form of stronger, competitive industries.


b. Protectionism for infant industries always imposes costs on domestic users of the product and typically has provided little benefit in the form of stronger, competitive industries.

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