The infant industry argument can be justified because
A. Government may choose to protect industries, which places heavy import burdens on the economy.
B. The government may not be able politically to end protectionism even when protectionism is no longer justified.
C. A new industry may never develop in a protected, noncompetitive environment.
D. A new industry may be difficult to start in the face of existing foreign competition.
Answer: D
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