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The word "quota" can have two meanings:

The word "'''quota'''" can have two meanings:

First, it can be a number or percentage which sets an upper limit;

First, it can be a number or [[percentage]] which sets an upper limit;

     For example, "Certain goods can be imported only in a

     For example, "Certain [[goods]] can be imported only in a

     limited amount as established by the quota."

     limited amount as established by the quota."

Second, it can be a number or percentage which sets a minimum.

Second, it can be a number or percentage which sets a minimum.

     For example, "At least 25% of raw materials must be recycled."

     For example, "At least 25% of raw materials must be [[recycle]]d."

(Paraphrased from American Heritage Dictionary)

(Paraphrased from American Heritage Dictionary)

[[category:economics]]

[[category:economics]]