If a Nation's Interest Rates Are Relatively High Compared to Those

question 161

Multiple Choice

If a nation's interest rates are relatively high compared to those of other countries, then the exchange value of its currency will tend to

• A) depreciate under a system of floating exchange rates.
• B) depreciate under a system of fixed exchange rates.
• C) appreciate under a system of fixed exchange rates.
• D) appreciate under a system of floating exchange rates.

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