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Which factor most directly enables countries to consume products they cannot efficiently produce themselves?
Which factor most directly enables countries to consume products they cannot efficiently produce themselves?
- Decreased consumer demand
- Increased domestic subsidies
- Strict import tariffs
- International trade liberalization (correct)
If a country shifts from direct production to indirect production by trading, what is the most likely outcome?
If a country shifts from direct production to indirect production by trading, what is the most likely outcome?
- Higher standard of living (correct)
- Increased economic isolation
- Lower standard of living
- Decreased specialization in agriculture
The assertion that 'a nation's standard of living is determined by what it consumes, not what it produces' implies that:
The assertion that 'a nation's standard of living is determined by what it consumes, not what it produces' implies that:
- Trade deficits are always detrimental to a country's economy.
- A country should only focus on producing goods for domestic consumption.
- Access to a diverse range of goods through trade can improve living standards. (correct)
- Domestic production is more important than imports.
What is the primary effect of increased world specialization in agriculture?
What is the primary effect of increased world specialization in agriculture?
How do 'supplementary' U.S. food imports primarily impact the domestic market?
How do 'supplementary' U.S. food imports primarily impact the domestic market?
If a country imposes significant restrictions on agricultural imports, what is the likely consequence?
If a country imposes significant restrictions on agricultural imports, what is the likely consequence?
Why is understanding international agriculture trade increasingly important in today's economy?
Why is understanding international agriculture trade increasingly important in today's economy?
Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the concept of indirect production?
Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the concept of indirect production?
How does humanitarian assistance, such as providing food aid to countries facing natural disasters, relate to international trade?
How does humanitarian assistance, such as providing food aid to countries facing natural disasters, relate to international trade?
Considering the 'trade iceberg' analogy, what lies beneath the visible aspects of exports ands imports?
Considering the 'trade iceberg' analogy, what lies beneath the visible aspects of exports ands imports?
Flashcards
Why sell products abroad?
Why sell products abroad?
Sell products abroad to expand market reach and increase revenue.
Exports impact on farmers
Exports impact on farmers
Exports account for 20% of farmers' cash receipts, meaning 1 in 5 farm acres are exported.
U.S. food trade balance.
U.S. food trade balance.
The U.S. exports more food than it imports, leading to a positive food trade balance.
Reasons for growth in international agriculture trade.
Reasons for growth in international agriculture trade.
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U.S. food imports
U.S. food imports
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Why do we trade?
Why do we trade?
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First Rule of Trade (Consumption)
First Rule of Trade (Consumption)
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First Rule of Trade (Production)
First Rule of Trade (Production)
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Indirect production
Indirect production
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Direct production
Direct production
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Study Notes
International Agriculture Trade
- Considerations include which products to sell abroad, which to specialize in and export, and what prevents increased sales abroad.
- Also to be considered are how to increase competitive position in world food markets and which foods to import.
Importance of Trade to American Agriculture
- Exports account for 20% of farmer's cash receipts.
- One in five farm acres are dedicated to exports
- Globally, the U.S. is the largest food exporter.
- The U.S. maintains a positive food trade balance, meaning exports exceed imports.
Reasons for Growth in Agriculture Trade
- Rising world incomes contribute to trade growth.
- Increased world specialization plays a role.
- Changing world diets and preferences drive trade.
- Improved communications and transportation facilitate trade.
- Trade liberalization through agreements like WTO and NAFTA promotes growth.
- Aggressive trade promotions by industry and government boost trade.
- U.S. farm efficiency enhances trade.
U.S. Food Imports
- Imports account for 15% of the U.S. food supply, and this share is growing
- 60% of imported foods are supplementary, competing with U.S. products.
- 40% of imported foods are complementary, meaning they are not produced in the U.S.
Reasons for Engaging in Trade
- Trade expands demand for farmers, boosting income.
- Trade provides diet diversity for consumers.
- Trade enables humanitarian assistance during floods and natural disasters.
- Trade fosters good international relations.
- Trade offers economic reasons for engagement; it promotes specialization and division of labor.
- Trade enables exchanging for efficiency and higher standard of living
Importance of Trade Today
- Competition is global.
First Rules of Trade
- A nation's standard of living is determined by what it consumes, not what it produces.
- Through trade, nations can consume products they do not produce.
Indirect vs. Direct Production
- Indirect production involves producing one good, selling it for another, and then consuming that other (wheat> sugar>consume sugar).
- Direct production involves producing a good and directly consuming it (sugar>consume sugar).
Trade Iceberg
- Specialization and division of labor are beneath exports and imports.
- Efficient resource allocation is achieved through trade.
- Countries gain from trade.
- Trade leads to a higher standard of living.
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