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International Trade: Advantages and Barriers

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What you'll learn

The benefits and barriers of international trade.

Key ideas

  • Exports vs imports; specialisation raises efficiency.
  • Trade barriers: tariffs and quotas (protectionism).
  • The balance of payments records international transactions.

Exam tips

  • Distinguish tariffs from quotas.
  • Weigh free trade against protectionism.

Common mistakes

  • Confusing exports and imports.
  • Mixing up tariffs and quotas.
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