WAEC Commerce 1996 Question 69

Question 69

Foreign Trade

Which of the following is a disadvantage of foreign trade?

  1. A.Encourages dumping
  2. B.Makes available the products that a country cannot produce
  3. C.Widens the world market
  4. D.Encourages specialization
  5. E.Makes possible the transfer of technology
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (Encourages dumping)

Explanation

Foreign trade exposes a country to dumping of cheap goods that harm home industries.