William and Jamal live in the country of Dumexia. As a result of Dumexia's legalization of international trade in bananas, William becomes better off and Jamal becomes worse off. It follows that William is a seller, and Jamal is a buyer, of bananas.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The statement does not necessarily follow because the impact of international trade on individuals depends on their roles in the market. William could be a more efficient producer benefiting from export opportunities, while Jamal could be a less efficient producer facing increased competition. Alternatively, Jamal could be a consumer facing higher prices due to import tariffs or supply constraints, not necessarily a buyer in the sense of a commercial purchaser.

William and Jamal Live in the Country of Dumexia