The Theory of Optimum Currency Areas Predicts That

question 4

Multiple Choice

The theory of optimum currency areas predicts that

• A) floating exchange rates are most appropriate for areas closely integrated through international trade and factor movements.
• B) fixed exchange rates are most appropriate for areas that are loosely integrated through international trade and factor movements.
• C) fixed exchange rates are most appropriate for areas closely integrated through international trade and factor movements.
• D) floating exchange rates are most appropriate for all countries in Europe.
• E) fixed exchange rates are most appropriate for all countries in Europe.

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