Suppose, Due to Political Instability, Russians Suddenly Choose to Purchase

question 1

Multiple Choice

Suppose, due to political instability, Russians suddenly choose to purchase SA assets as opposed to Russian assets.Which of the following statements is true regarding the value of the rand and SA net exports? The pound:

• A)appreciates, and SA net exports rise.
• B)appreciates, and SA net exports fall.
• C)depreciates, and SA net exports rise.
• D)depreciates, and SA net exports fall.

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Definitions:

Signaling Pathway

Complex networks of molecules that transmit information from external stimuli to a cell's interior, triggering specific cellular responses.

Phosphodiesterase

An enzyme that plays a critical role in cellular signaling by breaking down phosphodiester bonds within cyclic nucleotides like cAMP and cGMP.

cAMP

A second messenger important in many biological processes, known formally as cyclic adenosine monophosphate.

Phosphorylated Protein

A protein that has undergone the addition of a phosphate group, which can affect the protein's function and activity.