48. which of the following is not an argument in favor of free trade? products that are made in countries with lower labor costs are less expensive than products that are made in the united states. if american consumers buy less expensive products from foreign countries, they will have more money to spend on other products. globalization creates jobs in other countries, and as more jobs are created, more people in other countries will be able to afford american products. the government should raise tariff rates to protect manufacturers in the u. s.