The figure below shows the U.S. market for imported wine. For simplicity, we consider export supply curves to be flat. Chilean wine is available for $480 per barrel and French wine is available for $420 per barrel.
Suppose the United States has a tariff of $80 per barrel on imported wine. Then, the United States joins a free-trade area with Chile. At what price per barrel will the imported wines be purchased by the U.S. consumers?
A. $560
B. $420
C. $480
D. $500
Answer: C
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