What term describes the earnings gained by the party holding the authorization to import goods limited by a quota?

Multiple choice question for Non-Tariff Trade Barriers. Select an option, then review the explanation below.

Explanation

The correct answer is quota rents, which refer to the extra profits earned by those who possess the right to import goods under a quota restriction. Options like import license or quota fees do not represent these profits.

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What term describes the earnings gained by the party holding the authorization to import goods limited by a quota?

Explanation

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