Trade and Development

Description: This quiz covers the topic of Trade and Development, exploring the relationship between international trade and economic development.
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What is the primary objective of trade policy in developing countries?

  1. To promote economic growth and development

  2. To protect domestic industries

  3. To generate government revenue

  4. To stabilize the exchange rate


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary objective of trade policy in developing countries is to promote economic growth and development by increasing exports, attracting foreign investment, and fostering technological transfer.

Which theory suggests that free trade leads to specialization and increased productivity?

  1. Mercantilism

  2. Comparative Advantage

  3. Protectionism

  4. Infant Industry Argument


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The theory of Comparative Advantage, developed by David Ricardo, suggests that countries should specialize in producing and exporting goods in which they have a comparative advantage, leading to increased productivity and economic efficiency.

What is the concept of 'infant industry protection' in trade policy?

  1. Protecting domestic industries from foreign competition

  2. Providing subsidies to export-oriented industries

  3. Imposing tariffs on imported goods

  4. Reducing government regulations on businesses


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Infant industry protection is a trade policy that temporarily protects domestic industries from foreign competition, allowing them to grow and become competitive in the global market.

What is the main goal of the World Trade Organization (WTO)?

  1. To promote free trade and reduce trade barriers

  2. To regulate international financial markets

  3. To provide humanitarian aid to developing countries

  4. To negotiate peace agreements between nations


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The World Trade Organization (WTO) is an international organization that aims to promote free trade by reducing trade barriers, resolving trade disputes, and ensuring that trade flows smoothly.

Which trade agreement established a free trade area between the United States, Canada, and Mexico?

  1. The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)

  2. The European Union (EU)

  3. The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)

  4. The World Trade Organization (WTO)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) was a trade agreement between the United States, Canada, and Mexico that created a free trade area, reducing tariffs and other trade barriers among the three countries.

What is the term used to describe the movement of jobs from developed countries to developing countries in search of lower labor costs?

  1. Outsourcing

  2. Offshoring

  3. Globalization

  4. Comparative Advantage


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Offshoring refers to the practice of moving business operations, such as manufacturing or customer service, from developed countries to developing countries to take advantage of lower labor costs and other economic benefits.

Which trade policy involves imposing tariffs or quotas on imported goods to protect domestic industries?

  1. Free Trade

  2. Protectionism

  3. Comparative Advantage

  4. Infant Industry Protection


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Protectionism is a trade policy that involves imposing tariffs or quotas on imported goods to make them more expensive than domestically produced goods, thereby protecting domestic industries from foreign competition.

What is the term used to describe the process of countries becoming more interconnected and interdependent through trade and investment?

  1. Globalization

  2. Internationalization

  3. Liberalization

  4. Deregulation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Globalization refers to the process of countries becoming more interconnected and interdependent through trade, investment, and cultural exchange, leading to a globalized economy.

Which international organization provides financial assistance to developing countries for economic development projects?

  1. The World Bank

  2. The International Monetary Fund (IMF)

  3. The United Nations Development Program (UNDP)

  4. The World Trade Organization (WTO)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The World Bank is an international financial institution that provides financial assistance to developing countries for economic development projects, such as infrastructure, education, and healthcare.

What is the term used to describe the difference between a country's exports and imports?

  1. Trade Balance

  2. Current Account Balance

  3. Capital Account Balance

  4. Balance of Payments


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Trade Balance refers to the difference between a country's exports and imports, indicating whether a country is running a trade surplus (exports exceed imports) or a trade deficit (imports exceed exports).

Which trade policy involves temporarily reducing or eliminating tariffs on imported goods to stimulate economic activity?

  1. Tariff Reduction

  2. Tariff Elimination

  3. Tariff Suspension

  4. Tariff Drawback


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Tariff Suspension is a trade policy that involves temporarily reducing or eliminating tariffs on imported goods to stimulate economic activity, often in response to economic downturns or supply chain disruptions.

What is the term used to describe the practice of imposing restrictions on the export of certain goods or technologies to protect national security or economic interests?

  1. Export Controls

  2. Import Controls

  3. Trade Embargoes

  4. Sanctions


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Export Controls refer to the practice of imposing restrictions on the export of certain goods or technologies to protect national security, prevent the proliferation of weapons, or safeguard critical resources.

Which trade agreement established a free trade area between the European Union and the United Kingdom?

  1. The European Union (EU)

  2. The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)

  3. The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)

  4. The Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA) is a trade agreement between the European Union and the United Kingdom that established a free trade area, governing trade in goods, services, and digital products.

What is the term used to describe the process of countries adopting similar trade policies, regulations, and standards to facilitate trade and investment?

  1. Trade Liberalization

  2. Trade Harmonization

  3. Trade Facilitation

  4. Trade Integration


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Trade Harmonization refers to the process of countries adopting similar trade policies, regulations, and standards to facilitate trade and investment, reducing barriers and creating a more level playing field.

Which trade policy involves providing financial assistance or other incentives to domestic industries to encourage them to export their products?

  1. Export Promotion

  2. Import Substitution

  3. Infant Industry Protection

  4. Trade Liberalization


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Export Promotion refers to trade policies and measures aimed at encouraging domestic industries to export their products, often through financial assistance, marketing support, or trade missions.

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