The Ricardian model of international trade demonstrates that trade can be mutually beneficial. Why, then, do governments restrict imports of some goods?
A.
Imports are only restricted when foreign - made goods do not meet domestic standards of quality.
B.
Import restrictions are the result of trade wars between hostile countries.
C.
Trade can have substantial effects on a country's distribution of income.
D.
The Ricardian model is often incorrect in its prediction that trade can be mutually beneficial.
E.
Restrictions on imports are intended to benefit domestic consumers.