Which of the following plays a crucial role in the "coffee paradox"?
A) Producers' lack of control over the commodity chain
B) High tariffs imposed by rich countries
C) High profits of fair-trade producers
D) Corruption among fair-trade activists

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The "coffee paradox" refers to the situation where coffee consumers in rich countries pay high prices for coffee while coffee producers in poor countries receive very little for their crop. This is largely due to the lack of control that producers have over the commodity chain, with many intermediaries taking a large share of the profits before the coffee reaches consumers.

Which of the Following Plays a Crucial Role in the "Coffee