If Equilibrium Is Present in the Foreign Exchange Market and a Nation

question 43

Multiple Choice

If equilibrium is present in the foreign exchange market and a nation is experiencing a trade surplus,

• A) the nation must be experiencing a net capital inflow.
• B) the nation must be experiencing a net capital outflow.
• C) the nation's inflation rate must increase.
• D) the nation's interest rate must increase.

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Definitions:

Wages

Compensation given to workers for their work or efforts, usually determined based on the hours worked, per day, or per task completed.

Excise Tax

A tax levied on certain goods and commodities produced or sold within a country and on licenses granted for certain activities.

Supply Curve

A graphical representation of the relationship between the price of a good and the quantity of the good that suppliers are willing to offer for sale at each price level.

Sugary Soft Drinks

Beverages that contain added sugar or sweeteners to enhance flavor, often associated with negative health effects when consumed in excess.