Principles of Economics 2e
2nd Edition
ISBN: 9781947172364
Author: Steven A. Greenlaw; David Shapiro
Publisher: OpenStax
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Chapter 34, Problem 43CTQ
How can governments identify good candidates for infant industry protection? Can you suggest some key characteristics of good candidates? Why are Industries like computers not good candidates for infant industry protection?
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Principles of Economics 2e
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