The Exchange Rate Between the Dollar and the Swiss Franc

question 71

Multiple Choice

The exchange rate between the dollar and the Swiss franc is $1 = 4 francs and the price of an imported Swiss box of chocolates is $5.If the exchange rate changes to $1 = 2 francs,the dollar price of the Swiss chocolates

• A)rises to $20.
• B)falls to $2.50
• C)rises to $10.
• D)does not change.
• E)may rise or fall depending on other currency exchange rates.

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