In the World View article on new tariffs on imported steel from China, the tariff is designed to

A. Protect U.S. steel consumers.
B. Protect Chinese workers who produce steel.
C. Protect U.S.-based import-competing industries.
D. Protect U.S. steel distributors.


Answer: C

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