A Nation's Merchandise Balance of Trade Is Equal to Its

question 22

Multiple Choice

A nation's merchandise balance of trade is equal to its exports less its imports of:

• A)goods.
• B)goods and services.
• C)financial assets.
• D)official reserves.

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Definitions:

Fixed Costs

Expenses that do not change with the level of output or sales, such as rent or salaries.

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Average Variable Cost

The variable cost (costs that change with the level of output) per unit of output, calculated by dividing total variable costs by the quantity of output produced.

Fixed Costs

Expenses that do not change regardless of the level of production or sales activities, such as rent or salaries.