If the Average Productivity of Indian Firms Is Rising More

question 152

Multiple Choice

If the average productivity of Indian firms is rising more quickly than the average productivity of Canadian firms, which of the following would you expect to see? (India's currency is the rupee.)

• A)a decrease in the value of the rupee relative to the dollar
• B)an increase in the prices of Indian products
• C)an increase in the quantity demanded of Indian products relative to Canadian products
• D)no change in the value of rupee relative to the Canadian dollar unless interest rates change
• E)All of the above are correct.

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Definitions:

Producer Surplus

The disparity between what sellers are prepared to accept for a product or service and the amount they actually get.

Antitrust Laws

Legislation enacted by the government to prevent monopolies and to foster competition in the marketplace.

Illegal

Activities or actions that are forbidden by law or statute, punishable by fines, imprisonment, or other sanctions.

Price Discount

A reduction from the original or listed price of a product or service, typically offered to stimulate sales or clear inventory.