Persistent Current Account Deficits for the United States Have

question 9

Multiple Choice

Persistent current account deficits for the United States have

• A)decreased investment in new plants and equipment.
• B)slowed economic growth.
• C)increased government budget deficits.
• D)increased consumer debt.
• E)None of the above is correct.

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