In an open economy, national saving minus domestic investment is equal to the

Correct answer: A. current account balance

  • A. current account balance
  • B. government budget balance
  • C. trade tariff revenue
  • D. nominal exchange rate

Explanation

The national income accounting identity states that saving minus domestic investment equals net exports, which broadly corresponds to the current account balance. A positive value indicates that the economy lends funds abroad, while a negative value indicates reliance on foreign saving. The other options are not the relevant accounting identity.

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