The Gold Standard Has It Origin in What

question 56

Multiple Choice

The gold standard has it origin in what?

• A) the use of the word "gold" to refer to items of value
• B) the use of gold coins as a medium of exchange
• C) the inherent value placed on gold stones as objects of beauty and value
• D) the use of gold bricks as a medium of exchange between countries
• E) the resistance of gold to depreciation in value

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