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Suppose that the United Kingdom devalues the pound if both exports and imports are written in terms of pounds then the United Kingdom balance of trade during a currency contract period ?

Correct answer: C. is unaffected

  • A. improves
  • B. worsens
  • C. is unaffected
  • D. falls for a while before increasing

Explanation

When both exports and imports are contracted in pounds, their pound values are fixed during the currency contract period. Devaluation therefore leaves the United Kingdom’s pound-denominated balance of trade unaffected in that period.

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