Economics: Principles & Policy
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Author: William J. Baumol; Alan S. Blinder; John L. Solow
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 34, Problem 1TY
a)
To determine
The autarky
b)
To determine
The autarky price of wine in terms of cloth in Portugal.
c)
To determine
The
d)
To determine
Determine the country which has an absolute advantage and a
e)
To determine
The specialization and export of goods after trade.
f)
To determine
The
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