Which of the Following Balance-Of-Payment Accounts Records One-Time Changes in the Stock

question 96

Multiple Choice

Which of the following balance-of-payment accounts records one-time changes in the stock of assets?

• A) Capital account
• B) Current account
• C) Financial account
• D) Monetary account

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Definitions:

Defensive Industries

Sectors of the economy expected to remain stable during various phases of the business cycle, often including utilities and consumer staples.

Pharmaceutical Firms

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Public Utilities

Companies that provide essential public services, such as water, electricity, and gas, often subject to governmental regulation.

U.S. Dollar Return

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