# PTE RA #17: Economic Principles of International...

Read Aloud #17 - Level 2 - Feeds Speaking

> Look at the text below. In 35 seconds, you must read this text aloud as naturally and clearly as possible. You have 40 seconds to read aloud.

Countries specializing in certain goods can benefit from economies of scale and lower average costs. This is especially true in an industry with high fixed costs or that requires a high level of investment. The benefits of the economy of scale will ultimately lead to lower prices for consumers and greater efficiency for exporting firms.

## Explanation

A strong response maintains a steady pace and clear articulation, focusing on the relationship between production volume and cost efficiency. Emphasizing key terms like economies of scale and fixed costs demonstrates comprehension of the economic concepts presented.

## Hints

- Focus on the relationship between high initial investment and the subsequent reduction in unit costs.
- Ensure your intonation rises and falls naturally to reflect the logical flow of the argument.

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