Economic integration

A. occurs when countries are granted most-favored-nation status.
B. occurs when one country voluntarily agrees to reduce its exports to another country.
C. occurs when two or more nations join to form a free-trade zone.
D. occurs when countries develop an acquired comparative advantage that makes their industries more competitive in international markets.


Answer: C

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