Balance of Payments and Exchange Rates
Students learn about the components of the balance of payments and the determination of exchange rates. They will analyse the causes and consequences of a persistent current account deficit.
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Students learn about the components of the balance of payments and the determination of exchange rates. They will analyse the causes and consequences of a persistent current account deficit.
Key Questions
- What are the components of the Balance of Payments?
- How are exchange rates determined in a floating system?
- What are the consequences of a persistent current account deficit?
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