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Chapter 21, Problem 3.4P
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Benefits and drawbacks of international trade for the citizens in a developing country.
Concept Introduction:
The exchange of goods and services between two or more countries of the world is known as international trade. Trade refers to both import and export of goods and services for cash or cash equivalents.
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