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9. International Trade
Exporting and Importing
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Which of the following is most likely the U.S. government's aim in taxing imported goods?
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To encourage consumers to buy more imported goods
B
To increase the supply of foreign goods in the domestic market
C
To protect domestic industries from foreign competition
D
To reduce government revenue
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Understand the purpose of a tax on imported goods, which is commonly known as a tariff.
Recall that tariffs increase the price of imported goods, making them more expensive for consumers compared to domestic goods.
Analyze the effect of higher prices on consumer behavior: higher prices typically reduce the quantity demanded of imported goods.
Recognize that by making imported goods more expensive, the government aims to protect domestic industries by reducing foreign competition.
Conclude that the primary goal of taxing imports is to shield domestic producers, not to encourage imports or reduce government revenue.
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