Suppose the Real Exchange Rate X Between Canada and the U.S

question 94

Essay

Suppose the real exchange rate X between Canada and the U.S. is constant. Let the price level in Canada be P, the price level in the U.S. be P*, and the nominal exchange rate be
e. Suppose the price level in Canada increases from P1 to P2 and the price level in the U.S. increases from P1* to P2*. Show that the rate of change in e, which is equal to (e2 - e1)/e1 × 100 is approximately equal to the difference in the inflation rates in the two countries. Note that the nominal exchange rate is e = XP*/P. What have you learned from this exercise?

Understand the steps needed for the preparation of financial statements under IFRS for the first time.

Comprehend the challenges and issues caused by diversity in accounting practices across countries.

Understand the FASB-IASB convergence projects and their impact on accounting practices.

Recognize the role and objective of general purpose financial reporting as per the IASB's Conceptual Framework.

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