Which of the following is not an argument used in favour of protectionism? a.to protect an "infant " industry b.to protect domestic jobs c.to preserve national security d.to protect against "unfair"competition because of cheap labor e.to reduce prices paid by domestic consumers

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Which of the following is not an argument used in favour of protectionism?

a.to protect an "infant " industry

b.to protect domestic jobs

c.to preserve national security

d.to protect against "unfair"competition because of cheap labor

e.to reduce prices paid by domestic consumers

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