Nontariff trade barriers have increased in popularity partly because they ________.
A) generate profits for foreign firms
B) are easier to conceal from the WTO
C) restrict trade by imposing direct tax
D) have been fairly successful in eliminating smuggling along international borders

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Nontariff trade barriers, such as quotas, import licenses, and standards, have become more popular because they can be more easily concealed or justified under non-trade policies compared to direct tariffs, making them less likely to attract immediate scrutiny or retaliation from the World Trade Organization (WTO) or trading partners.

Nontariff Trade Barriers Have Increased in Popularity Partly Because They