How does trade affect the minerals found in the earth's crust?

Question

Question 19 options:

A)

Trade gives power to those countries who need resources.

B)

Trade blocks the redistribution of resources.

C)

The only goal of trade is to widen the imbalances between rich and poor countries.

D)

Trade equalizes the resources found in the earth's crust by allowing for greater distribution.

Answer 1

The best option regarding how trade affects the minerals found in the earth's crust is:

A) Trade gives power to those countries who need resources.

Trade allows countries with limited natural resources to acquire minerals and materials from others, influencing their economic and geopolitical power.