Structural Adjustment Programmes Imposed by the World Bank and the IMF

question 9

Multiple Choice

Structural adjustment programmes imposed by the World Bank and the IMF on poorer countries from the 1980s include which of the following measures?

• A) Stimulation of public spending.
• B) Restrictions on public spending.
• C) Privatization of state resources.
• D) Nationalization of state resources.

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Definitions:

Consideration

In contract law, a crucial element that refers to something of value promised to another when making a contract.

Liquidated Debt

Debt for which there is no dispute between the parties about the fact that money is owed and the amount of money owed.

Enforceable Accord

An agreement that is legally binding and can be upheld in court.

Consideration

Something of value that is given by both parties to a contract as the agreed-upon price or exchange for the contractual promises.