During the years 1970-1986, the merchandise balance of trade in the U.S. shifted from a
A. trade deficit to a trade surplus.
B. small trade deficit to a large trade surplus.
C. trade surplus to a large trade deficit.
D. small trade surplus to a large trade surplus.
C. trade surplus to a large trade deficit.
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This year Gus purchased a used 1972 vehicle from Wee-Rob-U Auto Sales. The dealer paid $500 for it yesterday, and sold it to Gus for $3500. In principle, what happens to GDP?
A) Nothing, because the vehicle was already accounted for in 1972. B) Nothing, because Gus was ripped off. C) It increases by $3000. D) It increases by $3,500. E) It increases by $6,500.
In September 2008, Toyota Motor's share of the U.S. auto sales market was 15 percent, Ford's market share was 12.1 percent, GM's was 29.1 percent, Honda's was 10 percent, Nissan's share was 6.2 percent, and Chrysler's market share was 11.1 percent
What type of market structure would the market for autos represent? A) monopolistic competition B) monopoly C) oligopoly D) markets and competitive environment
Although tacit collusion can enhance the price-setting power of the participating firms, it can also result in greater efficiency in production, which also benefits society
Thus, it is not immediately clear, a priori, when tacit collusion actually hurts or helps consumers. Indicate whether the statement is true or false
An ad valorem tax imposed on a monopolist will reduce the deadweight loss generated by the monopolist
Indicate whether the statement is true or false