The concept of free trade is based on the principle that countries should specialize in the production of goods for which the

a. absolute advantage is highest
b. absolute advantage is lowest
c. opportunity cost is highest
d. opportunity cost is lowest
e. consumers have the highest demand


D

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Refer to Figure 9.6. As a result of this policy, quantity will

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