A Positive Balance on the Goods and Services Account of the Balance-Of-Payments

question 140

True/False

A positive balance on the goods and services account of the balance-of-payments indicates an excess of exports over imports, which must be added to the nation's gross domestic product.

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Definitions:

Cash Basis

An accounting method where revenues and expenses are recognized only when cash is exchanged, as opposed to when they are incurred.

Permanent Account

An account that is not closed at the end of the accounting period and its balances are carried forward into the next period.

Temporary Account

An account used in accounting that is closed at the end of each accounting period, transferring its balance to a permanent account.

Cash Sales

Transactions where payment for goods or services is made at the time of sale in cash or equivalent forms.