In which country were modern banknotes first used?
Correct answer: D. Sweden
- A. Italy
- B. France
- C. Germany
- D. Sweden
Explanation
Sweden was the first country to issue modern banknotes, through Stockholms Banco in 1661. China used paper money much earlier, but the question's modern European banknote milestone points to Sweden.
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