A-LevelEconomicsInternational Trade / ProtectionismOct/Nov 2010Paper 1 Q191 Mark
Steel is produced in a number of countries, including China, Japan and the US. It is manufacture of cars. The US protects its domestic steel industry by imposing high foreign steel imports. Which two groups would benefit from the removal of the US tariffs?
AChinese steel producers and Japanese car manufacturers
BJapanese steel producers and US car manufacturers
CUS steel producers and Chinese steel workers
Dthe US government and Japanese steel workers
✓ Correct Answer
The correct answer is B: Japanese steel producers and US car manufacturers
📋 Examiner Report & Trap Analysis
Common mistake: 62% of candidates selected the distractor because they confused... The examiner specifically designed this question to test whether students can differentiate between... To secure full marks, candidates must demonstrate...
🎯 Mark Scheme Breakdown
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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