Which of the Following Is Not a Reason Why Residents

question 159

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a reason why residents of other countries desire to acquire dollars?

• A)foreigners need dollars to purchase U.S.goods and services
• B)dollars can be used as a safe way of storing value when the foreigner's own currency is unstable
• C)dollars are accepted as an international medium of exchange
• D)dollars can be used for cash gifts from foreigners to U.S.friends and relatives
• E)dollars are the only currency accepted in international transactions

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