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In the theory of international trade, a country or firm has an absolute advantage if it can produce a product (good or service) more 'efficiently' (cheaply) than others. First suggested by the UK economist Adam Smith (1723-90) as an extension of his division of labor doctrine. See also absolute cost advantage and competitive advantage.
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