Starting from a position of internal and external balance a reduction in aggregate demand will cause a current account ?
Correct answer: B. surplus
- A. deficit
- B. surplus
- C. revaluation
- D. devaluation
Explanation
Lower aggregate demand reduces domestic income and therefore reduces imports. With exports initially unchanged, the current account improves from balance toward a surplus.
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