Each of the following has contributed to the rapid growth of trade among nations EXCEPT ________.
A) the growth of emerging market countries
B) the increase in trade barriers
C) advances in information technology
D) the liberalization of markets
Question 2
Which of the following best explains why export growth has outpaced the growth of domestic production during the last few decades?
A) Both world exports and domestic production have grown significantly over the past 30 years.
B) The cost to import products is generally higher than the cost to produce domestic products.
C) Growth in gross domestic product in most countries has steadily increased since 1970.
D) Advanced economies now source many of their consumable products from low-cost manufacturing nations.
Skull tooth growth
The spongy bone in the top of the femur changes density and organization during growth.
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Prices in Japan before and after Opening to Trade
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