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Suppose you're in charge of establishing economic policy for this small island country. Which of the...

Suppose you're in charge of establishing economic policy for this small island country.

Which of the following policies would lead to greater productivity in the fishing industry? Check all that apply.

Imposing a tax on fishing poles

Imposing restrictions on foreign ownership of domestic capital

Sharply increasing the interest rate on student loans to people pursuing advanced degrees in fishing

Offering free public education to every worker in the country

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Rahul Sunny answered 3 months ago
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