A. China
B. United Kingdom
C. United States
D. Mexico
Explanation
- The United States had proposed a 50% tariff on certain Canadian goods.
- The proposed tariffs were expected to affect approximately $20 billion of Canadian exports.
- U.S. President Donald Trump delayed implementation for three days, citing progress toward a trade agreement with Canada.
- Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney also said substantial progress had been made, although important issues remained unresolved.
Main Point:
The US temporarily delayed new 50% tariffs on Canadian goods because of progress in Canada–US trade negotiations.
Related Exam Questions
Q2. Who is the current Prime Minister of Canada?
Answer: Mark Carney.
Q3. Which country is Canada’s largest trading partner?
Answer: United States.
Q4. What percentage tariff was proposed on the affected Canadian goods?
Answer: 50%.
Q5. Approximately how much Canadian trade was potentially affected?
Answer: $20 billion.
Exam Point
Canada–US trade dispute → 50% proposed tariff → approximately $20 billion goods → Mark Carney negotiations.