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Edexcel IGCSEEconomicsGeneral Applications1 Mark

Which of the following is a potential benefit of trade protectionism? A. Increased consumer choice B. Lower domestic prices C. Protection of infant industries D. Greater export opportunities

AIncreased consumer choice
BLower domestic prices
CProtection of infant industries
DGreater export opportunities

✓ Correct Answer

The correct answer is C: Protection of infant industries

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Award 1 mark for identifying the correct principle. Award 1 mark for showing clear working. Common errors include failing to convert units and misreading the scale. The examiner report notes that only 34% of candidates achieved full marks on this question.

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This multiple-choice question tests General Applications in Edexcel IGCSE Economics$. It is worth 1 mark.

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This question appeared in the $Edexcel IGCSE $Economics $$ examination, $ $.

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