Explain David Ricardo's theory of comparative advantage
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Updated on: 09/11/2016 04:32 AM Due on: 09/11/2016

Question 1
Explain David Ricardo's theory of comparative advantage. How does comparative advantage
differ from absolute advantage? What is the relationship between comparative advantage and
gains from trade?
Your response should be at least 500 words in length. You are required to use at least your
textbook as source material for your response. All sources used, including the textbook, must be
referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying APA citations.
Question 2
Explain the theory of external economies and their resulting impact upon international imports
and exports. What are some underlying assumptions behind this theory and why are these
assumptions important in international trade?
Your response should be at least 200 words in length. You are required to use at least your
textbook as source material for your response. All sources used, including the textbook, must be
referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying APA citations.
Explain David Ricardo's theory of comparative advantage. How does comparative advantage
differ from absolute advantage? What is the relationship between comparative advantage and
gains from trade?
Your response should be at least 500 words in length. You are required to use at least your
textbook as source material for your response. All sources used, including the textbook, must be
referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying APA citations.
Question 2
Explain the theory of external economies and their resulting impact upon international imports
and exports. What are some underlying assumptions behind this theory and why are these
assumptions important in international trade?
Your response should be at least 200 words in length. You are required to use at least your
textbook as source material for your response. All sources used, including the textbook, must be
referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying APA citations.

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