In the Wall Street Journal, You Observe That the British

question 20

Multiple Choice

In the Wall Street Journal, you observe that the British pound (£) is quoted for $1.67. The Australian dollar (A$) is quoted for $0.62. What is the value of the Australian dollar in British pounds?

• A) A$2.69
• B) £0.37
• C) £2.69
• D) A$0.37
• E) none of the above

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