Stocks of commodities held by the countries or international organizations to moderate the commodities price fluctuations ?
Correct answer: B. Buffer stocks
- A. Black market
- B. Buffer stocks
- C. Capital stocks
- D. Speculation
Explanation
Buffer stocks are reserves of commodities held to release during shortages or purchase during surpluses, thereby reducing price fluctuations. Black markets and speculation generally increase instability rather than moderate it.
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