alleryStart learning →Besides raising revenue, why are import duties imposed?
ATo burden foreign goods and shield local industry
BTo make foreign goods cheaper for buyers
CTo raise export prices for foreigners
DTo end all competition in the market
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. To burden foreign goods and shield local industry
Duties raise the cost of foreign products to encourage or safeguard domestic industry.
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