If Net Exports Is a Negative Number for a Particular

question 76

Multiple Choice

If net exports is a negative number for a particular year, then

• A)the value of firms' inventories declined over the course of the year.
• B)consumption exceeded the sum of investment and government purchases during the year.
• C)the value of goods sold to foreigners exceeded the value of foreign goods purchased during the year.
• D)the value of foreign goods purchased exceeded the value of goods sold to foreigners during the year.

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Definitions:

Sulcus

A groove or furrow on the surface of the brain, often found between adjacent gyri.

Thoracic Cage

The bony framework of the chest, consisting of the ribs, sternum, and part of the spine, protecting vital organs such as the heart and lungs.

Sternum

A long, flat bone located in the center of the chest, connected to the ribs, forming the front part of the rib cage.

Articulations

The point of contact between bones, or bones and cartilage, which allows for movement and flexibility in the skeletal system.