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International Trade and Finance

Description: This quiz covers the concepts and principles of international trade and finance. It explores topics such as trade theories, balance of payments, exchange rates, and international monetary systems.
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Which theory of international trade states that countries should specialize in producing and exporting goods in which they have a comparative advantage?

  1. Absolute Advantage Theory

  2. Comparative Advantage Theory

  3. Mercantilism

  4. Protectionism


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Comparative Advantage Theory, proposed by David Ricardo, argues that countries should specialize in producing and exporting goods in which they have a lower opportunity cost compared to other countries, even if they have an absolute advantage in producing other goods.

What is the term used to describe the difference between a country's exports and imports?

  1. Balance of Trade

  2. Balance of Payments

  3. Exchange Rate

  4. Current Account


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Balance of Trade refers to the difference between the value of a country's exports and imports over a specific period, typically a year.

Which international monetary system was established after World War II to promote stable exchange rates and facilitate international trade?

  1. Gold Standard

  2. Bretton Woods System

  3. European Monetary System

  4. International Monetary Fund


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Bretton Woods System, established in 1944, aimed to create a stable international monetary system based on fixed exchange rates and the U.S. dollar as the reserve currency.

What is the term used to describe the value of one currency in terms of another currency?

  1. Exchange Rate

  2. Balance of Trade

  3. Current Account

  4. Purchasing Power Parity


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Exchange Rate refers to the value of one currency in terms of another currency, determining how much of one currency is needed to purchase a unit of another currency.

Which theory of international trade emphasizes the role of economies of scale and increasing returns to scale in determining trade patterns?

  1. Absolute Advantage Theory

  2. Comparative Advantage Theory

  3. Heckscher-Ohlin Theory

  4. New Trade Theory


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The New Trade Theory, developed by Paul Krugman and others, emphasizes the role of economies of scale and increasing returns to scale in determining trade patterns, suggesting that countries may specialize in producing and exporting goods in which they have a comparative advantage due to these factors.

What is the term used to describe the flow of money and capital between countries?

  1. International Trade

  2. International Finance

  3. Balance of Payments

  4. Exchange Rate


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

International Finance refers to the flow of money and capital between countries, encompassing various aspects such as foreign direct investment, international lending, and currency exchange.

Which international organization was established to promote international monetary cooperation, provide financial assistance to member countries, and regulate the international monetary system?

  1. World Bank

  2. International Monetary Fund

  3. World Trade Organization

  4. United Nations Conference on Trade and Development


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) was established in 1944 to promote international monetary cooperation, provide financial assistance to member countries experiencing balance of payments problems, and regulate the international monetary system.

What is the term used to describe the difference between a country's current exports and imports, plus net income from abroad and net current transfers?

  1. Balance of Trade

  2. Balance of Payments

  3. Current Account

  4. Capital Account


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Current Account refers to the difference between a country's current exports and imports, plus net income from abroad and net current transfers.

Which theory of international trade emphasizes the role of factor endowments, such as labor and capital, in determining trade patterns?

  1. Absolute Advantage Theory

  2. Comparative Advantage Theory

  3. Heckscher-Ohlin Theory

  4. New Trade Theory


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Heckscher-Ohlin Theory, developed by Eli Heckscher and Bertil Ohlin, emphasizes the role of factor endowments, such as labor and capital, in determining trade patterns, suggesting that countries tend to export goods that use their abundant factors intensively.

What is the term used to describe the flow of goods and services between countries?

  1. International Trade

  2. International Finance

  3. Balance of Payments

  4. Exchange Rate


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

International Trade refers to the flow of goods and services between countries, encompassing exports and imports.

Which international organization was established to promote free trade among its member countries and reduce trade barriers?

  1. World Bank

  2. International Monetary Fund

  3. World Trade Organization

  4. United Nations Conference on Trade and Development


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The World Trade Organization (WTO) was established in 1995 to promote free trade among its member countries, reduce trade barriers, and settle trade disputes.

What is the term used to describe the value of a currency in terms of a basket of other currencies?

  1. Exchange Rate

  2. Balance of Trade

  3. Current Account

  4. Effective Exchange Rate


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Effective Exchange Rate refers to the value of a currency in terms of a basket of other currencies, weighted by their importance in trade with the country.

Which theory of international trade emphasizes the role of technological differences and innovation in determining trade patterns?

  1. Absolute Advantage Theory

  2. Comparative Advantage Theory

  3. Heckscher-Ohlin Theory

  4. New Trade Theory


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The New Trade Theory, developed by Paul Krugman and others, emphasizes the role of technological differences and innovation in determining trade patterns, suggesting that countries may specialize in producing and exporting goods in which they have a comparative advantage due to these factors.

What is the term used to describe the difference between a country's total exports and imports?

  1. Balance of Trade

  2. Balance of Payments

  3. Current Account

  4. Capital Account


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Balance of Trade refers to the difference between a country's total exports and imports.

Which international organization was established to promote economic development and provide financial assistance to developing countries?

  1. World Bank

  2. International Monetary Fund

  3. World Trade Organization

  4. United Nations Conference on Trade and Development


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The World Bank, officially known as the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD), was established in 1944 to promote economic development and provide financial assistance to developing countries.

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