Evaluate one statement from the list below, and post your answer in the proper discussion forum by the due date it appears in the calendar. Mention the statement number in the subject line.

(1) Trade is a zero-sum game conducted between national entities;

(2) The U.S. trade deficit means the United States is losing at trade;

(3) Trade destroyed the U.S. manufacturing sector;

(4) Trade only benefits big corporations and wealthy people,

(5) Outsourcing hurts the U.S. economy.