UI Post-UTME Economics 2025 (Model questions) Question 4

Question 4

International Trade

The concept of comparative advantage implies that:
I. A country should export goods it produces at a lower opportunity cost
II. Specialisation and trade can benefit all trading nations
III. Absolute advantage is necessary for mutually beneficial trade
IV. A country with no absolute advantage can still gain from trade

  1. A.I, II and IV only
  2. B.I and III only
  3. C.II, III and IV only
  4. D.All of the above
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (I, II and IV only)

Explanation

Trade gains come from differences in opportunity cost, so even a country with no absolute advantage gains. Absolute advantage is not required.