If the Sum of Elasticities of Demands for Both Imports

question 38

Multiple Choice

If the sum of elasticities of demands for both imports and exports is less than 1,then:

• A) the Marshall-Lerner condition is met and trade balance improves.
• B) the Marshall-Lerner condition is met and trade balance decreases.
• C) the Marshall-Lerner condition is not met and trade balance improves.
• D) the Marshall-Lerner condition is not met and trade balance decreases.

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