Up through the early decades of the 20th century, many countries remained closed to trade, charging high tariffs or imposing strict quotas on imported goods. in 1948, 23 countries joined the general agreement on tariffs and trade (gatt), which sought to set out rules for trade and enhance future negotiations. the reduction in tariffs as a result of gatt probably brought about:
a. an decrease in consumption
b. an increase in consumption
c. no change in consumption
d. a reduction in domestic production

The correct answer is letter "B": an increase in consumption.

Explanation:

According to the supply and demand economic law, the lower the prices, buyers will demand more of an economic good. In the particular case of the GATT -originally signed in 1947 by 23 countries, one of its objectives was to make international trade easier by eliminating and reducing quotas, tariffs and subsidies while preserving relevant restrictions.

answer; i believe that the correct answer is (scientific approach)

muslims have taken his goods and products to different parts of asia an indonesia. sometimes just traveled and trade, but in other occasions, stayed in the place and made a living.

trade was the key for muslims economies to prosper. their commerce routes reached far places like malaysia and java in the 11th century.

another important factor for prosperity was that muslim states served as the middle point for european traders.

they used to travel by land but sailing the seas -the indian ocean- really increase the exportation of products.