Multiple choice

Columbia is the leading producer and supplier of coffee in the world. However, its current position in trade is in danger as other countries, using the Columbian coffee bean and modern cultivation methods, are increasing production, supplying at lower prices.

Columbia should be able to maintain its position in the world market by

  1. increasing the area under cultivation

  2. stopping the supply of the Columbian coffee bean to other countries

  3. reducing the price of the coffee exports

  4. adopting modern cultivation methods to remain in competition

  5. reframing its trade agreements with buyers
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The argument tells about the risk of Columbia losing its ‘numero uno’ position due to better technologies being used by its competitors. It follows that modern cultivation methods will address the problem. The risk of losing position is due to lack of competitive technology, not due to lop-sided trade agreements.

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