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Freedonia is a country with 80% of the economy devoted to producing wheat, corn, and coffee. The government of Freedonia wants to increase the amount of computer manufacturing in the country.  Explain three policies that could yield an increase in computer manufacturing. Be sure to fully explain why each policy would increase that sector.

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