Which of the Following Statements About the U

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the U.S.balance of payments in 2008 is true?

• A)In the third quarter of 2008, the services account recorded a deficit of $25 million.
• B)In the third quarter of 2008, the current account showed a surplus of $174, 091 million.
• C)In the third quarter of 2008, the merchandise account in the U.S.balance of payments showed a surplus of $171, 157 million.
• D)In the third quarter of 2008, the merchandise account in the U.S.balance of payments showed a deficit of $171, 157 million.
• E)In the third quarter of 2008, the services account recorded a deficit of $38, 175 million.

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