Economic Policies in 1664
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What was the aim of Nyerere's ujamaa policy?

  • To industrialize Tanzania rapidly
  • To promote 'familyhood' and self-reliance (correct)
  • To increase Tanzania's dependence on aid
  • To integrate Tanzania into the global market
  • Why did Nyerere's policy of collective farms fail?

  • They were too dependent on foreign aid
  • They were unproductive (correct)
  • They hindered Tanzania's integration into the global market
  • They were not supported by developing countries
  • Which economic theory aligns with the emphasis on states producing for their own basic needs?

  • Globalization and free trade
  • Mercantilism
  • Import substitution industrialization (correct)
  • Export-led growth
  • What does the text imply about economic nationalism in developing countries?

    <p>It is viewed positively when focusing on developing internal economies before competing globally</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was advocated by Thomas Mun and Alexander Hamilton?

    <p>Government intervention in markets to increase domestic manufactures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main argument put forward by Thomas Mun in defense of mercantilism?

    <p>A country's wealth is increased by maintaining a positive balance of trade</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Colbert advocate to encourage French traders to sell goods widely?

    <p>Rewards for building or buying new ships and for long-distance voyages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Alexander Hamilton outline in his Report on Manufactures to Congress?

    <p>Steps that the young country should take to secure its economy, especially in opposition to the economic might of other countries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Friedrich List's emphasis in extending Hamilton's argument?

    <p>Encouraging states to utilize their human resources for agricultural and manufactured products</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Friedrich List argue is crucial for a nation's wealth and power?

    <p>Exporting more manufactured products, importing more raw materials, and consuming more tropical commodities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was T.E. Gregory's criticism of economic nationalism?

    <p>Implementation of economic nationalism despite its negative impact on citizens and governments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Hamilton, what was the purpose of employing machines?

    <p>To increase the country’s self-sufficiency, wealth, and security</p> Signup and view all the answers

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