If Restrictive Monetary Policy Results in a Slowdown in the Domestic

question 39

Multiple Choice

If restrictive monetary policy results in a slowdown in the domestic inflation rate and higher real interest rates, other things constant, the

• A) nation's currency will appreciate.
• B) nation's currency will depreciate.
• C) nation will run a balance of trade surplus.
• D) nation will run a capital account deficit.

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