Questions 17 -20 are based on the following passage. You now have 20 seconds to read questions 17 -20.

A．arguing against the increased internationalization of United States corporations
B．warning that the application of laws affecting trade frequently has unintended consequences
C．demonstrating that foreign-based firms receive more subsidies from their governments than United States firms receive from the United States government
D．advocating the use of trade restrictions for "dumped" products but not for other imports

A．can be reduced by a quick slash in foreign lending
B．does not necessarily lead to a critical stage
C．may be solved by an abrupt depreciation of currencies
D．should be shifted to boom-town real estate speculations