Theory of comparative advantages was presented by ?
Correct answer: B. Ricardo
- A. Adam Smith
- B. Ricardo
- C. Hicks
- D. Barron
Explanation
David Ricardo presented the theory of comparative advantage, showing that countries can gain from trade by specialising according to relative opportunity costs. Adam Smith is associated with absolute advantage.
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