Which of the Following Would Be Included in the Gross

question 107

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be included in the gross domestic product of Brazil?

• A) the profits earned by a U.S.-owned automobile plant in Brazil
• B) the profits earned by a Brazilian coffee company operating in the United States
• C) the profits earned by a Brazilian coffee company operating in Peru
• D) the profits earned by U.S. suppliers to Brazil operating in the United States.
• E) the profits earned by Peruvian companies operating outside Brazil

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