ECONOMICS (CBSE/UGC NET)

ECONOMICS

BARRIERS TO TRADE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
In 2012, the United States Commerce Department announced that it would impose a tax ranging from 2.9% to 4.7% on Chinese made solar panels. This is a(n) ____
A
Tariff
B
Quota
C
Embargo
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A tariff is a tax levied on an imported good with the intent to limit the volume of foreign imports, protect domestic employment, reduce competition among domestic industries, and increase government revenue.

Detailed explanation-2: -Answer: Tax on imports is known as a trade barrier because it increases the price of imported commodities.

Detailed explanation-3: -Definition: Customs Duty is a tax imposed on imports and exports of goods.

Detailed explanation-4: -Tariffs increase the price of goods and services in domestic markets by applying a tax on imported goods that is paid by the domestic importer. To cover the increased costs, the domestic importer then charges higher prices for the goods and services.

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