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The imposition of a tariff causes consumption to _____ and imports to _________?

Correct answer: C. fall, fall

  • A. rise, rise
  • B. fall, rise
  • C. fall, fall
  • D. rise, fall

Explanation

A tariff raises the domestic price of imported goods, so consumers buy less and domestic production expands. The resulting fall in consumption and rise in domestic output reduce imports.

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