Assume the standard trade model with two countries (Alpha and Beta), two goods (food and drink), and two factors of production (land and labor). Further assume that Alpha is relatively labor-abundant and food is relatively land-intensive. If the countries engage in free trade, Beta will
A. export drink and import food.
B. import drink and export food.
C. export both food and drink.
D. import both food and drink.
Answer: B
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