Consider a Small Open Economy in Equilibrium with a Current

question 53

Essay

Consider a small open economy in equilibrium with a current account deficit.
(a)Draw a diagram showing this situation.
(b)What happens to national saving,investment,and the current account balance in equilibrium if government expenditures rise temporarily? Show this result in your diagram.

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