If the Current Account Is in Deficit, Imports of Goods

question 213

True/False

If the current account is in deficit, imports of goods and services exceed exports of goods and services (plus net unilateral transfers).

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Definitions:

Asymmetric Information

A situation in which one party in a transaction has more or better information than the other, leading to imbalances in transactions.

Supplier-Induced Demand

Supplier-induced demand occurs when providers of a good or service influence consumers' demand for it, often seen in markets where providers have more information about the product than consumers.

Raising Deductibles

Increasing the amount that an insured individual must pay out of pocket before an insurance company pays a claim.

Health Care Costs

The expenses related to the provision and consumption of health care services.