All of the following theories show why it is beneficial for a country to engage in international trade even for products it is able to produce for itself except:

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Mercantilism is a theory that suggests a country should export more than it imports in order to accumulate gold and other valuable resources. It does not necessarily take into account the benefits of international trade or comparative advantage. The other three theories listed all demonstrate how countries can benefit from engaging in international trade even for products they could produce for themselves.

All of the Following Theories Show Why It Is Beneficial