The Ratio of Expected Spot Rate to Current Spot Rate

question 99

Multiple Choice

The ratio of expected spot rate to current spot rate for $/£ is 1.02 and the inflation rate in the United States is 5%. What is the approximate inflation rate in the United Kingdom?

• A) 1.3%
• B) 2.9%
• C) 4.1%
• D)7.0%

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