During the 1960s the U

question 13

Multiple Choice

During the 1960s the U.S.attempted to correct its balance of payments deficits by:

• A)ad hoc measures
• B)devaluing the dollar
• C)deflating the economy
• D)restricting imports

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Definitions:

Quartz

A hard, crystalline mineral composed of silicon dioxide, notable for its durability and its use in making jewelry and electronic equipment.

Oxides

Compounds composed of oxygen and another element, which can form minerals and play significant roles in geological processes.

Hematite

Hematite is an iron oxide mineral and one of the main iron ores, characterized by its reddish-black color, metallic or earthy luster, and used as an important source of iron.

Element O

Element O refers to Oxygen, a chemical element with the symbol O and atomic number 8, essential for life and a major part of the Earth's atmosphere.