AP Comparative Government and Politics Flashcards: Political Responses To Global Market Forces

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Flashcard 1: Identify a political strategy to manage the effects of globalization.

Answer: Implementing social safety nets is a strategy. Programs like unemployment benefits cushion globalization's negative effects.

Flashcard 2: What is a tariff?

Answer: A tariff is a tax imposed on imported goods. Makes foreign goods more expensive to protect domestic producers.

Flashcard 3: What does the term 'neoliberalism' refer to in economic policy?

Answer: Neoliberalism refers to free-market policies and deregulation. Emphasizes privatization, deregulation, and reduced government intervention.

Flashcard 4: Which term describes policies supporting local over global economies?

Answer: Localization supports local economies. Prioritizes regional production and consumption over global trade.

Flashcard 5: Identify a key driver of globalization.

Answer: Technological advancement is a key driver of globalization. Innovation in communication and transportation enables global integration.

Flashcard 6: Identify a political strategy to manage the effects of globalization.

Answer: Implementing social safety nets is a strategy. Programs like unemployment benefits cushion globalization's negative effects.

Flashcard 7: What does the term 'neoliberalism' refer to in economic policy?

Answer: Neoliberalism refers to free-market policies and deregulation. Emphasizes privatization, deregulation, and reduced government intervention.

Flashcard 8: Identify a criticism of globalization.

Answer: Globalization can lead to cultural homogenization. Global integration can erode distinct local cultural identities.

Flashcard 9: What is economic nationalism?

Answer: Economic nationalism prioritizes domestic control over the economy. Emphasizes protecting national economic interests over global integration.

Flashcard 10: Which policy tool is used to counteract currency appreciation?

Answer: Monetary policy interventions can counteract currency appreciation. Central banks adjust interest rates to influence currency values.

Flashcard 11: Identify one potential effect of trade liberalization.

Answer: Increased competition in domestic markets. Foreign firms can compete directly with domestic companies.

Flashcard 12: What does the term 'economic sovereignty' refer to?

Answer: Economic sovereignty means control over one's own economic policy. Nation's ability to make independent decisions about its economy.

Flashcard 13: What does FDI stand for in economic terms?

Answer: FDI stands for Foreign Direct Investment. Investment where foreign entities acquire control in domestic businesses.

Flashcard 14: Which economic theory supports the idea of comparative advantage?

Answer: Classical trade theory supports comparative advantage. Countries should specialize in goods they produce most efficiently.

Flashcard 15: Which economic theory supports the idea of comparative advantage?

Answer: Classical trade theory supports comparative advantage. Countries should specialize in goods they produce most efficiently.

Flashcard 16: What does 'tariff escalation' mean?

Answer: Tariff escalation refers to higher tariffs on processed goods than raw materials. Encourages countries to export raw materials rather than finished products.

Flashcard 17: Which policy tool is used to counteract currency appreciation?

Answer: Monetary policy interventions can counteract currency appreciation. Central banks adjust interest rates to influence currency values.

Flashcard 18: Which term refers to government intervention to influence currency value?

Answer: Currency manipulation refers to such intervention. Governments adjust exchange rates to gain trade advantages.

Flashcard 19: What is a quota in trade policy?

Answer: A quota is a limit on the quantity of a good that can be imported. Restricts import volume to protect domestic market share.

Flashcard 20: Which organization is known for providing loans to developing countries?

Answer: The World Bank provides loans to developing countries. Finances development projects and poverty reduction programs globally.

Flashcard 21: What is the significance of the G20 in global economic governance?

Answer: The G20 promotes international financial stability and cooperation. Forum for major economies to coordinate financial policies.

Flashcard 22: Which international organization promotes global trade liberalization?

Answer: The World Trade Organization (WTO) promotes trade liberalization. Sets global trade rules and resolves trade disputes between nations.

Flashcard 23: What does the term 'liberalization' refer to in economic policy?

Answer: Liberalization refers to reducing government restrictions in the economy. Promotes free market principles by reducing state intervention.

Flashcard 24: What is the role of the International Monetary Fund (IMF)?

Answer: The IMF promotes global financial stability. Provides loans and monitors global monetary system stability.

Flashcard 25: What does FDI stand for in economic terms?

Answer: FDI stands for Foreign Direct Investment. Investment where foreign entities acquire control in domestic businesses.

Flashcard 26: Identify an economic benefit of free trade agreements.

Answer: They can lead to lower consumer prices. Reduced tariffs and barriers lower costs for consumers.

Flashcard 27: What is economic inequality?

Answer: Economic inequality is the unequal distribution of wealth and income. Gap between rich and poor in wealth and income distribution.

Flashcard 28: What is the impact of a trade deficit on an economy?

Answer: A trade deficit can lead to increased foreign debt. Importing more than exporting requires borrowing to finance gap.

Flashcard 29: Identify an economic benefit of free trade agreements.

Answer: They can lead to lower consumer prices. Reduced tariffs and barriers lower costs for consumers.

Flashcard 30: What is the primary goal of trade agreements?

Answer: To facilitate and increase trade between member countries. Reduces barriers to create larger, more integrated markets.

Flashcard 31: Identify a political challenge posed by economic inequality.

Answer: Economic inequality can lead to social unrest and political instability. Wealth disparities can trigger protests and undermine government legitimacy.

Flashcard 32: Which policy involves reducing trade barriers to encourage free trade?

Answer: Trade liberalization involves reducing trade barriers. Removes barriers to promote free market access and competition.

Flashcard 33: Which term describes policies supporting local over global economies?

Answer: Localization supports local economies. Prioritizes regional production and consumption over global trade.

Flashcard 34: Identify a reason governments might implement tariffs.

Answer: To protect domestic industries from cheap imports. Tariffs make foreign goods more expensive than domestic alternatives.

Flashcard 35: What is the purpose of anti-dumping measures?

Answer: To prevent foreign producers from selling goods below cost to harm domestic industries. Protects against unfair pricing that undercuts domestic competition.

Flashcard 36: Identify a key political response to global market forces.

Answer: Trade protectionism is a key response. Governments use this to shield domestic industries from foreign competition.

Flashcard 37: What does the term 'economic sovereignty' refer to?

Answer: Economic sovereignty means control over one's own economic policy. Nation's ability to make independent decisions about its economy.

Flashcard 38: Identify a benefit of economic globalization.

Answer: It can lead to greater economic efficiency and innovation. Competition and specialization drive productivity and technological progress.

Flashcard 39: What is the impact of a trade deficit on an economy?

Answer: A trade deficit can lead to increased foreign debt. Importing more than exporting requires borrowing to finance gap.

Flashcard 40: Which organization is known for providing loans to developing countries?

Answer: The World Bank provides loans to developing countries. Finances development projects and poverty reduction programs globally.

Flashcard 41: Identify a political risk of globalization.

Answer: Loss of national sovereignty. International integration can undermine domestic political autonomy.

Flashcard 42: Identify a consequence of increased FDI.

Answer: Economic growth and job creation in the host country. Foreign investment brings capital and creates employment opportunities.

Flashcard 43: What is the purpose of anti-dumping measures?

Answer: To prevent foreign producers from selling goods below cost to harm domestic industries. Protects against unfair pricing that undercuts domestic competition.

Flashcard 44: What is the role of the International Monetary Fund (IMF)?

Answer: The IMF promotes global financial stability. Provides loans and monitors global monetary system stability.

Flashcard 45: What is the primary focus of fiscal policy?

Answer: Fiscal policy focuses on government spending and taxation. Government uses budget tools to influence economic activity.

Flashcard 46: What is trade protectionism?

Answer: Trade protectionism involves tariffs and quotas to protect domestic industries. Uses barriers like tariffs and quotas to shield domestic producers.

Flashcard 47: Which policy seeks to protect domestic industries from foreign competition?

Answer: Protectionist policies seek to protect domestic industries. Shields local businesses from international competitive pressures.

Flashcard 48: What does 'tariff escalation' mean?

Answer: Tariff escalation refers to higher tariffs on processed goods than raw materials. Encourages countries to export raw materials rather than finished products.

Flashcard 49: Which term refers to government intervention to influence currency value?

Answer: Currency manipulation refers to such intervention. Governments adjust exchange rates to gain trade advantages.

Flashcard 50: Identify a consequence of increased FDI.

Answer: Economic growth and job creation in the host country. Foreign investment brings capital and creates employment opportunities.

Flashcard 51: Which policy seeks to protect domestic industries from foreign competition?

Answer: Protectionist policies seek to protect domestic industries. Shields local businesses from international competitive pressures.

Flashcard 52: Identify a key driver of globalization.

Answer: Technological advancement is a key driver of globalization. Innovation in communication and transportation enables global integration.

Flashcard 53: Identify a criticism of globalization.

Answer: Globalization can lead to cultural homogenization. Global integration can erode distinct local cultural identities.

Flashcard 54: Which international organization promotes global trade liberalization?

Answer: The World Trade Organization (WTO) promotes trade liberalization. Sets global trade rules and resolves trade disputes between nations.

Flashcard 55: What is trade protectionism?

Answer: Trade protectionism involves tariffs and quotas to protect domestic industries. Uses barriers like tariffs and quotas to shield domestic producers.

Flashcard 56: Which policy involves reducing trade barriers to encourage free trade?

Answer: Trade liberalization involves reducing trade barriers. Removes barriers to promote free market access and competition.

Flashcard 57: Identify a benefit of economic globalization.

Answer: It can lead to greater economic efficiency and innovation. Competition and specialization drive productivity and technological progress.

Flashcard 58: Which term describes relocation of production to low-cost countries?

Answer: Offshoring describes relocation to low-cost countries. Companies move operations abroad to reduce labor and production costs.

Flashcard 59: What is a subsidy?

Answer: A subsidy is a government payment to support a domestic industry. Financial assistance helps domestic firms compete against foreign rivals.

Flashcard 60: What is the primary focus of fiscal policy?

Answer: Fiscal policy focuses on government spending and taxation. Government uses budget tools to influence economic activity.

Flashcard 61: Identify a political challenge posed by economic inequality.

Answer: Economic inequality can lead to social unrest and political instability. Wealth disparities can trigger protests and undermine government legitimacy.

Flashcard 62: What does the term 'liberalization' refer to in economic policy?

Answer: Liberalization refers to reducing government restrictions in the economy. Promotes free market principles by reducing state intervention.

Flashcard 63: What is globalization in the context of political economy?

Answer: Globalization refers to the integration of economies, cultures, and politics across borders. Encompasses economic, cultural, and political interconnectedness worldwide.

Flashcard 64: Which term describes relocation of production to low-cost countries?

Answer: Offshoring describes relocation to low-cost countries. Companies move operations abroad to reduce labor and production costs.

Flashcard 65: What is the significance of the G20 in global economic governance?

Answer: The G20 promotes international financial stability and cooperation. Forum for major economies to coordinate financial policies.

Flashcard 66: Identify one potential effect of trade liberalization.

Answer: Increased competition in domestic markets. Foreign firms can compete directly with domestic companies.

Flashcard 67: What is a quota in trade policy?

Answer: A quota is a limit on the quantity of a good that can be imported. Restricts import volume to protect domestic market share.

Flashcard 68: What is the primary goal of trade agreements?

Answer: To facilitate and increase trade between member countries. Reduces barriers to create larger, more integrated markets.

Flashcard 69: Which strategy involves government reducing its role in the economy?

Answer: Economic liberalization involves reducing government role. Privatization and deregulation increase market-based decision making.

Flashcard 70: Identify a political risk of globalization.

Answer: Loss of national sovereignty. International integration can undermine domestic political autonomy.

Flashcard 71: Which strategy involves government reducing its role in the economy?

Answer: Economic liberalization involves reducing government role. Privatization and deregulation increase market-based decision making.

Flashcard 72: Identify a key political response to global market forces.

Answer: Trade protectionism is a key response. Governments use this to shield domestic industries from foreign competition.

Flashcard 73: Identify one impact of currency manipulation.

Answer: It can make exports cheaper and imports more expensive. Weaker currency boosts export competitiveness while raising import costs.

Flashcard 74: Identify one impact of currency manipulation.

Answer: It can make exports cheaper and imports more expensive. Weaker currency boosts export competitiveness while raising import costs.

Flashcard 75: Identify a reason governments might implement tariffs.

Answer: To protect domestic industries from cheap imports. Tariffs make foreign goods more expensive than domestic alternatives.

Flashcard 76: What is globalization in the context of political economy?

Answer: Globalization refers to the integration of economies, cultures, and politics across borders. Encompasses economic, cultural, and political interconnectedness worldwide.

Flashcard 77: What is economic inequality?

Answer: Economic inequality is the unequal distribution of wealth and income. Gap between rich and poor in wealth and income distribution.