Exchange Rates and Investment: Impact on International Investment Flows

Question 1

When the domestic currency appreciates against the foreign currency, what is one possible impact on the profitability of foreign investments?

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Reduced profitability due to higher costs in the foreign country

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No impact on profitability

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Increased profitability due to higher revenues in the foreign country

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Increased profitability due to lower costs in the foreign country

Question 2

If investors anticipate a depreciation of their domestic currency in the future, how are they likely to adjust their investment strategies?

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Shift investments towards countries with stronger currencies

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Reduce investments in all foreign countries

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Increase investments in high-risk assets

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Delay investment decisions until after the depreciation occurs

Question 3

Multiple-choice questions can be used to evaluate various levels of cognitive abilities. Which of the following cognitive levels can be effectively assessed using MCQs?

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Knowledge, comprehension, application, and analysis

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Only memorization and recall

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Only critical thinking and problem-solving

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When constructing MCQs, what is a key consideration to ensure the quality of the question?

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Creating plausible and challenging distractors

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Making the correct answer the longest option

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Always placing the correct answer as the first option

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Writing lengthy and convoluted question stems

Question 5

What is a potential criticism of multiple-choice questions (MCQs)?

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They may encourage guessing

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They are overly simplistic

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They are inherently biased against certain student groups

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They provide unreliable results

Question 6

Multiple-choice questions can be used to effectively assess a variety of learning outcomes. Which of the following is NOT a type of learning outcome that can be assessed using MCQs?

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Complex problem-solving and open-ended analysis

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Facts and concepts

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Skills and procedures

Question 7

When designing MCQs for effective assessment, which factors should be carefully considered?

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Number of options, length of question stem, and difficulty of distractors

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Only the length of the question stem

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Only the number of options

Question 8

If the exchange rate of the domestic currency depreciates, what impact will it have on foreign investment in the domestic country?

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It will make foreign investment more attractive.

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It is difficult to predict the impact.

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It will make foreign investment less attractive.

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It will have no impact on foreign investment.

Question 9

Which of the following is a potential benefit of foreign investment for a domestic economy?

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Increased employment opportunities

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Currency appreciation

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Reduced inflation

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Debt reduction

Question 10

How does exchange rate volatility affect the cost of capital for domestic firms?

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It increases the uncertainty of future cash flows, potentially making it more expensive to borrow.

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It has no effect.

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It reduces borrowing costs.

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It stabilizes interest rates.

Question 11

Which of the following is a factor that can contribute to currency appreciation?

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Strong economic growth

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High inflation

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Political instability

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Low interest rates

Question 12

How can exchange rate fluctuations affect the profitability of foreign investments?

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By changing the value of assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies.

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By increasing the cost of raw materials.

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By reducing consumer demand.

Question 13

How do multinational corporations use exchange rate hedging strategies?

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To reduce the risks associated with currency fluctuations and protect their financial performance.

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To avoid paying taxes.

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To increase their profits.

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a possible impact of exchange rate fluctuations on investment decisions?

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Increased trade opportunities

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Increased risk of foreign investments

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Improved risk-return ratio for foreign investments

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Reduced profitability of foreign investments

Question 15

When the value of the domestic currency appreciates relative to a foreign currency, foreign direct investment (FDI) into the domestic country is likely to:

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Decrease because foreign investors find it more expensive to invest in the domestic country

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Remain constant as the exchange rate has no impact on FDI flows

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Increase because foreign investors find it more advantageous to invest in the domestic country

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Be uncertain and depend on other factors such as economic growth and political stability

Question 16

Which of the following government policies can be used to depreciate the domestic currency?

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Expansionary monetary policy

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Contractionary monetary policy

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Tax incentives for exports

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Fiscal stimulus

Question 17

A multinational company with operations in multiple countries faces which of the following challenges due to exchange rate fluctuations?

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Translation exposure, which is the potential loss or gain resulting from the translation of financial statements into a different currency

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Political risk, which is the risk that government actions or changes in the political environment will adversely affect the company's operations

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Interest rate risk, which is the risk that changes in interest rates will affect the value of the company's assets and liabilities

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Operational risk, which is the risk of losses resulting from inadequate or failed internal processes, people, and systems, or from external events

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of exchange rate hedging?

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Eliminating all exchange rate risk

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Improving profitability by locking in favorable exchange rates

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Enhancing investor confidence by providing certainty about the value of investments

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Reducing exchange rate risk

Question 19

When the exchange rate is expected to appreciate in the future, an investor should consider:

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Borrowing in the foreign currency and investing in the domestic currency, as this strategy allows the investor to benefit from the expected appreciation of the foreign currency

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Borrowing in the domestic currency and investing in the foreign currency, as this strategy allows the investor to benefit from the expected depreciation of the domestic currency

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Not borrowing or investing in either currency, as this strategy minimizes exchange rate risk

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT a key factor considered when determining the optimal currency basket for a multinational company?

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Shareholder preferences

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Trade patterns

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Cost of hedging

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Currency risk exposure

Question 21

The real exchange rate measures the:

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Purchasing power of one currency relative to another, taking into account the prices of goods and services in each country

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Market value of one currency relative to another, based on supply and demand in the foreign exchange market

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Nominal exchange rate adjusted for inflation, which accounts for changes in the cost of living between two countries

Question 22

The J-curve effect suggests that the impact of a currency depreciation on the trade balance:

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Is initially negative as the value of imports rises faster than the value of exports, but may become positive in the long run as exports become more competitive

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Is always negative, as imports become more expensive and exports become less competitive

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Is initially positive but becomes negative in the long run, as the higher cost of imports outweighs the benefits of increased exports

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Is always positive, as exports become cheaper and imports become more expensive

Question 23

A British company is considering investing in a manufacturing plant in the United States.  If the US dollar weakens against the British pound, what is the likely impact on the investment's profitability?

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The investment will become more profitable, as the British company will need fewer pounds to purchase US dollars.

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The investment will become less profitable, as the British company will need more pounds to purchase US dollars.

Question 24

A Japanese company invests in a UK-based technology firm.  Which of the following scenarios would make this investment more attractive for the Japanese company?

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The British pound weakens against the Japanese yen.

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The value of the British pound remains stable.

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The British pound strengthens against the Japanese yen.

Question 25

A UK-based firm exports goods to the European Union.  How would a depreciation of the British pound against the euro affect the firm's competitiveness in the EU market?

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The firm's products would become more competitive, as they would be cheaper for EU customers.

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The firm's products would become less competitive, as they would be more expensive for EU customers.

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The firm's competitiveness would remain unchanged, as the exchange rate is not a major factor in the EU market.

Question 26

Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of a government's intervention in the foreign exchange market to influence investment flows?

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Increased transparency and predictability in the foreign exchange market.

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Potential for market manipulation and currency crises.

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Distortion of market signals and price discovery.

Question 27

How can a strong currency impact a country's export sector?

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It can make exports more expensive, potentially reducing demand and harming the export sector.

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It can make exports cheaper, stimulating demand and boosting the export sector.

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It has no significant impact on the export sector.

Question 28

Which of the following is NOT a factor that can influence exchange rates?

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The number of students enrolled in economics courses.

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Government intervention in the foreign exchange market.

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Interest rate differentials between countries.

Question 29

A UK-based company is considering setting up a subsidiary in a country with a relatively weak currency.  What potential advantage does this offer the company?

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Lower production costs in the foreign country due to the weak currency.

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Easier access to financial markets in the foreign country.

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Higher demand for the company's products in the foreign market.

Question 30

A company's decision to invest in a foreign country is often influenced by the level of economic and political stability in that country.  How can exchange rate volatility affect this decision?

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It can increase the perceived risk of the investment, making investors less likely to invest in that country.

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It can make the investment more attractive, as investors can benefit from currency appreciation.

Question 31

A UK-based company is considering exporting goods to the United States.  What type of exchange rate regime would be most favorable to the company's export competitiveness?

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A floating exchange rate regime that allows the British pound to depreciate against the US dollar.

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A fixed exchange rate regime where the British pound is pegged to the US dollar.

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A managed float exchange rate regime with frequent intervention by the Bank of England.

Question 32

Which of the following is a potential benefit of a strong currency for domestic investment?

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Lower cost of imported capital goods

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Reduced risk of capital outflow

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Increased demand for exports

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Higher inflation

Question 33

How does a depreciation of the domestic currency affect the profitability of exporting firms?

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Increases profitability

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Decreases profitability

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Increases import costs

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Has no effect on profitability

Question 34

Which of the following government policies can be used to appreciate the domestic currency?

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Selling domestic currency in the foreign exchange market

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Increasing interest rates

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Imposing trade tariffs

Question 35

How does a depreciation of the domestic currency affect foreign direct investment (FDI) into the country?

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Makes FDI more expensive and less attractive

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Has no effect on FDI

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Makes FDI cheaper and more attractive

Question 36

Which of the following factors can influence the demand for a country's currency?

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Inflation, interest rates, and political stability

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Religious holidays and social customs

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Government size and weather conditions

Question 37

How can exchange rate volatility affect international investment?

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It can increase risk and reduce the attractiveness of investment

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It has no impact on investment

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It can stabilize the investment environment

Question 38

Which of the following is a potential consequence of a currency peg?

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Loss of monetary policy independence

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Increased inflation

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Reduced risk of currency crisis

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Improved export competitiveness

Question 39

How does a depreciation of the home currency affect the price of imported goods?

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Increases the price

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Has no effect on the price

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Reduces the quality

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Decreases the price

Question 40

Which of the following is a potential benefit of a weak currency for domestic exporters?

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Increased demand for exports

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Reduced competition from imports

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Higher profits

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Lower cost of production

Question 41

How can exchange rate policy be used to influence the balance of payments?

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By affecting the relative prices of imports and exports

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By controlling the flow of capital

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By adjusting the level of government spending

Question 42

Which of the following is a potential benefit of a depreciating domestic currency for foreign investors?

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Increased profitability of investments denominated in the domestic currency

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Increased demand for domestic goods and services

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Reduced risk of exchange rate fluctuations

Question 43

How can a government use exchange rate policy to encourage domestic investment?

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By depreciating the domestic currency

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By imposing capital controls

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By fixing the exchange rate

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By appreciating the domestic currency

Question 44

How can a multinational company mitigate the risk of exchange rate fluctuations?

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By using hedging instruments

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By diversifying its product portfolio

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By increasing its production capacity

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By investing in multiple countries

Question 45

Which of the following is a potential consequence of a rapid appreciation of the domestic currency?

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Reduced exports and increased imports

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Lower inflation

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Improved terms of trade

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Increased investment in domestic industries

Question 46

How does a floating exchange rate system differ from a fixed exchange rate system?

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In a floating exchange rate system, the value of the currency is determined by market forces.

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In a fixed exchange rate system, the government sets the value of the currency.

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Floating exchange rate systems are more stable than fixed exchange rate systems.

Question 47

Which of the following is a macroeconomic factor that can affect exchange rates?

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Interest rates

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Weather conditions

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Consumer confidence

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Political stability

Question 48

How can a government use exchange rate policy to stabilize the economy?

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By appreciating the currency to reduce inflation

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By fixing the currency to maintain a stable exchange rate

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By depreciating the currency to stimulate exports

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By controlling capital flows

Question 49

Which of the following is a potential impact of a sudden depreciation of the domestic currency?

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Increased inflation

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Increased foreign exchange reserves

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Reduced consumer spending

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Lower interest rates

Question 50

How does exchange rate volatility affect international investment?

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It increases uncertainty and risk for investors

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It promotes economic growth by stimulating trade

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It has no significant impact

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It reduces the cost of cross-border transactions