Practice mode Basic of Economics

For trade between two countries to be beneficial, what must their cost ratios for goods be?

Correct answer D. Different

Explanation

Gains from trade depend on differences in comparative costs; if the cost ratios were equal, neither country would have a comparative advantage and specialisation would bring no benefit.

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