Suppose That the Government of Jordan Raises Its Budget Deficit

question 115

Multiple Choice

Suppose that the government of Jordan raises its budget deficit. Which statement best predicts the effects of this action?

• A) The real exchange rate of the Jordanian dinar would depreciate, and Jordanian net exports would rise.
• B) The real exchange rate of the Jordanian dinar would depreciate, and Jordanian net exports would fall.
• C) The real exchange rate of the Jordanian dinar would appreciate, and Jordanian net exports would rise.
• D) The real exchange rate of the Jordanian dinar would appreciate, and Jordanian net exports would fall.

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