If the Nominal Interest Rate Is 11 Percent and the Inflation

question 136

Multiple Choice

If the nominal interest rate is 11 percent and the inflation rate is 9 percent, then the real interest rate is approximately

• A) 2 percent.
• B) 20 percent.
• C) 4 percent.
• D) 18 percent.

Understand the concept of opportunity cost and its application in economic decisions.

Demonstrate knowledge of absolute and comparative advantage in the context of both domestic and international trade.

Examine the gains from specialization and trade for individuals and countries.

Analyze the impact of trade on prosperity and how it affects different stakeholders.

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