Int'l Econ-Intro

Why do countries trade?

They can get products from abroad cheaper or of higher-quality

What is the Bilateral Trade Balance?

the difference between exports and imports between two countries. ( US-China is over $200

What is a Trade Balance?

the difference between the total value of exports and the total value of imports.

What is a Trade Surplus?

when a country exports more than it imports.

What is a Trade Deficit?

occurs when your country imports more than they export