When Exchange Rates Are Volatile

question 142

Multiple Choice

When exchange rates are volatile:

• A) firms are assured that they will be able to earn profits from currency swings.
• B) firms engage in more trade.
• C) trade and cross-border financial and labor flows are reduced as uncertainty and transaction costs take their toll.
• D) international economic activity is increased.

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Numerator

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Denominator

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