Explain the Concept of Balance of Payments and Describe Its

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Essay

Explain the concept of balance of payments and describe its two major components.

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Definitions:

Past-Due Account

An account that has not been paid by the due date, typically relating to receivables or loans.

Maturity Date

The date on which a financial obligation or investment becomes due for payment or is settled.

Interest Payment

The payment made by a borrower to a lender as compensation for the use of borrowed money.

Four-Month Note

A promissory note or financial instrument that matures or comes due in four months.