Some commentators have suggested that the Canadian film industry needs government assistance to allow it to compete with Hollywood. Which argument against free trade is being suggested? Multiple Choice The strategic-industry argument. The cultural-identity argument. The comparative-protection argument. The infant-industry argument.
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