For Each of the Following Transactions,explain What Happens to the Merchandise

question 2

Essay

For each of the following transactions,explain what happens to the merchandise trade balance,current account balance,and capital and financial account balance in both the United States and Mexico.The exchange rate is 2 Mexican pesos per U.S.dollar.
(a)A Mexican firm spends 4 million pesos to buy radiology equipment from a U.S.firm.
(b)A U.S.firm buys 20,000 sombreros at 20 pesos each.
(c)Mexican computer firms send 200 programmers to universities in the United States,paying tuition and expenses of $3,000 each.
(d)A Mexican entrepreneur gives 50,000 pesos to the United Way of San Antonio,Texas.
(e)Mexican investors buy $10 million worth of 30-year U.S.Treasury bonds.

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Definitions:

Contestable Markets

Markets where the entry and exit of firms are so easy that the market always remains competitive, ensuring that prices remain close to marginal costs.

Barriers To Entry

obstacles that make it difficult for new competitors to enter a market, including high startup costs, access to technology, and stringent regulations.

Competitive

Characterizes a market scenario where multiple sellers strive to attract customers by offering better terms, prices, or products.