The basic difference in the economic effects of a tariff compared with a quota is that a:

A. Quota reduces domestic consumption of the product, but a tariff does not
B. Tariff allows imports to increase if demand increases, whereas a quota does not
C. Tariff raises product prices, but a quota does not
D. Quota raises product prices, but a tariff does not


B. Tariff allows imports to increase if demand increases, whereas a quota does not

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