Appl Ex 8k

Application Exercise 8k: True or False – Australia and International Trade 

 

 

Statement

T

F

International transactions can increase non-material living standards

T

 

Australian exports are foreign-made goods and services that are purchased by

Australians

 

F

The purchase of imports enhances living standards on the whole

T

 

International trade reduces domestic competition

 

F

Exports are a component of aggregate demand and each dollar spent results in an increase in national income and production

T

 

Trade will most likely prevent nations from specialising in those areas where they have a competitive advantage

 

F

International trade allows businesses in the world to sell to a larger market

T

 

Australian organisations rely on foreign savings or foreign capital to fund investment

T

 

Increased trade in goods and services prevents superannuation funds from diversifying

 

F

International trade creates additional incentives for local businesses to become more productive

T