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International Trade and Globalization

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What is the term used to describe the increasing interdependence of the world's economies, cultures, and populations?

  1. Globalization

  2. Internationalization

  3. Interdependence

  4. Global Village


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Globalization is the term used to describe the increasing interdependence of the world's economies, cultures, and populations.

Which theory suggests that countries should specialize in producing and exporting goods and services in which they have a comparative advantage?

  1. Absolute Advantage Theory

  2. Comparative Advantage Theory

  3. Mercantilism

  4. Protectionism


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Comparative Advantage Theory, proposed by David Ricardo, suggests that countries should specialize in producing and exporting goods and services in which they have a comparative advantage, even if they have an absolute advantage in producing other goods.

What is the term used to describe the removal or reduction of trade barriers between countries?

  1. Free Trade

  2. Protectionism

  3. Tariff

  4. Quota


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Free Trade is the term used to describe the removal or reduction of trade barriers between countries, allowing goods and services to flow freely across borders.

Which international organization is responsible for regulating global trade?

  1. World Trade Organization (WTO)

  2. International Monetary Fund (IMF)

  3. World Bank

  4. United Nations (UN)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The World Trade Organization (WTO) is the international organization responsible for regulating global trade, ensuring that trade flows smoothly, predictably, and freely.

What is the term used to describe the movement of jobs from developed countries to developing countries?

  1. Outsourcing

  2. Offshoring

  3. Globalization

  4. Free Trade


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Offshoring is the term used to describe the movement of jobs from developed countries to developing countries, typically to reduce labor costs.

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

  1. North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)

  2. European Union (EU)

  3. Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)

  4. Mercosur


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) established a free trade area between the United States, Canada, and Mexico, reducing tariffs and other trade barriers.

What is the term used to describe the process of a country adopting the economic policies and practices of other countries?

  1. Convergence

  2. Divergence

  3. Globalization

  4. Protectionism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Convergence is the term used to describe the process of a country adopting the economic policies and practices of other countries, leading to similar economic outcomes.

Which international organization provides financial assistance to developing countries?

  1. World Bank

  2. International Monetary Fund (IMF)

  3. World Trade Organization (WTO)

  4. United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The World Bank is an international organization that provides financial assistance to developing countries for various projects, including infrastructure, education, and healthcare.

What is the term used to describe the movement of goods and services across borders?

  1. International Trade

  2. Globalization

  3. Free Trade

  4. Protectionism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

International Trade is the term used to describe the movement of goods and services across borders, involving the exchange of products between countries.

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

  1. European Union (EU)

  2. North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)

  3. Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)

  4. Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA) established a free trade area between the European Union and the United Kingdom, following the UK's withdrawal from the EU.

What is the term used to describe the process of a country becoming more integrated into the global economy?

  1. Globalization

  2. Internationalization

  3. Interdependence

  4. Global Village


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Globalization is the term used to describe the process of a country becoming more integrated into the global economy, involving increased trade, investment, and cultural exchange.

Which theory suggests that countries should protect their domestic industries from foreign competition?

  1. Absolute Advantage Theory

  2. Comparative Advantage Theory

  3. Mercantilism

  4. Protectionism


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Protectionism is the theory that countries should protect their domestic industries from foreign competition, typically through tariffs, quotas, or other trade barriers.

What is the term used to describe the movement of capital from one country to another?

  1. Foreign Direct Investment (FDI)

  2. Portfolio Investment

  3. Remittances

  4. Foreign Aid


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) is the term used to describe the movement of capital from one country to another, typically involving the establishment of a business or the acquisition of assets in the host country.

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

  1. World Bank

  2. International Monetary Fund (IMF)

  3. Asian Development Bank (ADB)

  4. Inter-American Development Bank (IDB)


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international organization that provides financial assistance to developing countries in Asia for infrastructure projects, such as energy, transportation, and water supply.

What is the term used to describe the process of a country reducing its reliance on imports and becoming more self-sufficient?

  1. Import Substitution Industrialization (ISI)

  2. Export-Oriented Industrialization (EOI)

  3. Globalization

  4. Free Trade


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Import Substitution Industrialization (ISI) is the term used to describe the process of a country reducing its reliance on imports and becoming more self-sufficient by developing domestic industries.

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