Edexcel A Level · 9EC0 · Theme 4: A global perspective

4.1.6 Restrictions on free trade

Everything you need for questions on restrictions on free trade, in the words examiners reward. An interactive seven-step lesson goes with it.

What's on this sheet

  1. Why restrict trade?
  2. Types of restriction
  3. The effect of a tariff
  4. Classic question: should a government protect its steel industry from cheap imports?
  5. Side 2: practice tasks, where the marks go, and exam-style questions
  6. Separate answer key

The lesson in seven steps

  1. Tariff, quota or subsidy?
  2. Why protect?
  3. Who wins, who loses?
  4. Tariff trainer
  5. Protect or not?
  6. Build the chain
  7. Exam practice

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