The importance of trade
I can explain what trade is and why countries trade with each other.
The importance of trade
I can explain what trade is and why countries trade with each other.
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Key learning points
- Global trade involves exporting goods from one country and importing them to other countries.
- Commodities are raw materials which can be bought and sold.
- Manufacturing uses raw materials to make other goods for sale.
- Import and export data can be used to show the types and amounts of things that countries trade around the world.
Keywords
Trade - the buying, selling or exchanging of things between people, companies and countries
Import - goods and services brought in from another country
Export - goods and services sold to another country
Tax - money that is paid to the government to pay for things like schools and healthcare
Common misconception
You can only trade goods.
You can trade goods and services such as education and finance services.
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