If Exports and Imports Both Rose, but Exports Rose Less

question 164

Multiple Choice

If exports and imports both rose, but exports rose less than imports,

• A)​AD would decrease.
• B)​AD would increase.
• C)​AD would be unaffected.
• D)​AD could either increase or decrease.

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Definitions:

Held-To-Maturity Securities

Debt securities that a firm has the intent and ability to hold until they mature rather than trading them.

Trading Securities

Financial instruments bought and held primarily for selling in the near term to profit from price changes.

Unrealized Gain (Loss)

The increase (gain) or decrease (loss) in the value of investments that a company holds, which have not yet been sold for a profit or a loss.

Long-Term Investments

Assets intended to be held for more than one year, including stocks, bonds, real estate, and other securities.