A Speculator in Foreign Exchange Is a Person Who

question 195

Multiple Choice

A speculator in foreign exchange is a person who

• A)buys foreign currency, hoping to profit by selling it at a higher exchange rate at some later date
• B)earns illegal profit by manipulating foreign exchange
• C)causes differences in exchange rates in different geographic markets
• D)simultaneously buys large amounts of a currency in one market and sells it in another market
• E)takes no risks in foreign currency exchanges

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Definitions:

Lower Inflation Rates

Lower inflation rates refer to a situation where there is a slow rate of increase in the general level of prices for goods and services, which can indicate a stable economic environment.

Foreign Subsidiary

A local operation completely owned by a foreign firm.

Local Firm

A business establishment that operates in a specific geographical area and typically serves the needs of a local community.

APEC

The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation, a forum for 21 Pacific Rim member economies that promotes free trade throughout the Asia-Pacific region.