Bertrand is an avid supporter of protectionism. His primary political principle is the idea that the United States imports too many foreign goods. He dislikes that many of his clothes are made in China instead of the United States because clothing is a basic need, even for babies. He would prefer that the United States drill in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) instead of importing oil from Kuwait because oil powers our military tanks and planes. Which argument for protectionism is Bertrand using?

A. The National Security Argument

B. The Infant Industry Argument

C. The Environmental Protection Argument

D. The Job Creation Argument

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Jesse Snow

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10 November, 12:59

Bertrand is an avid supporter of protectionism. His primary political principle is the idea that the United States imports too many foreign goods. He dislikes that many of his clothes are made in China instead of the United States because clothing is a basic need, even for babies. He would prefer that the United States drill in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) instead of importing oil from Kuwait because oil powers our military tanks and planes. Which argument for protectionism is Bertrand using?

A. The National Security Argument

B. The Infant Industry Argument

C. The Environmental Protection Argument

D. The Job Creation Argument

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Cooper Chambers · Answer 1

Answer: A. The National Security Argument

Explanation: Bertrand is most concerned on the security of his country in all rounds. He is against relying on other continents for survival on a particular sphere.