Which of the Following Helps Explain the Increase in Value

question 71

Multiple Choice

Which of the following helps explain the increase in value of the euro against the U.S.dollar in the years leading to 2008?

• A)Fall in U.S.financial markets leading to reduced fund inflows into that country.
• B)All-time high interest rate in the euro zone leading to fund flows into the region.
• C)Failure and bail-out of financial institutions in countries like Greece and Portugal.
• D)Concerns over slow economic growth and growing budget deficits among several EU member states.

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