Question

which best describes why countries establish limits on international trade? choose three answers. to force domestic industries to sell higher quality goods to restrict foreign influence in a sector to restrict importation of a foreign good to lower the price of foreign goods to punish other countries

Explanation:

1. "To force domestic industries to sell higher quality goods" is incorrect. Trade limits don't directly force quality improvement; they protect domestic industries from foreign competition, which may indirectly encourage quality, but it's not a primary reason for trade limits.
2. "To restrict foreign influence in a sector" is correct. Countries may limit trade to protect domestic sectors from foreign control or influence, e.g., in strategic industries like defense or agriculture.
3. "To restrict importation of a foreign good" is correct. Trade limits like tariffs or quotas are used to reduce imports of certain foreign goods, protecting domestic producers.
4. "To lower the price of foreign goods" is incorrect. Trade limits like tariffs usually increase the price of foreign goods, making domestic products more competitive.
5. "To punish other countries" is correct. Trade sanctions or limits can be used as a political tool to punish countries for actions like human rights violations or geopolitical disputes.

Answer:

• to restrict foreign influence in a sector
• to restrict importation of a foreign good
• to punish other countries