Effects of Exchange Rate Changes

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What is the impact of an appreciation of the domestic currency on exports?

  1. Exports become more expensive in foreign markets.

  2. Exports become cheaper in foreign markets.

  3. Exports remain unaffected.

  4. Exports increase in volume.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

An appreciation of the domestic currency makes the domestic currency stronger relative to foreign currencies. As a result, domestic goods and services become more expensive for foreign buyers, leading to a decrease in exports.

How does a depreciation of the domestic currency affect imports?

  1. Imports become more expensive in the domestic market.

  2. Imports become cheaper in the domestic market.

  3. Imports remain unaffected.

  4. Imports decrease in volume.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

A depreciation of the domestic currency makes the domestic currency weaker relative to foreign currencies. As a result, foreign goods and services become cheaper for domestic buyers, leading to an increase in imports.

What is the J-curve effect?

  1. A short-term increase in the trade deficit followed by a long-term improvement in the trade balance.

  2. A short-term decrease in the trade deficit followed by a long-term deterioration in the trade balance.

  3. A short-term increase in the trade surplus followed by a long-term deterioration in the trade balance.

  4. A short-term decrease in the trade surplus followed by a long-term improvement in the trade balance.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The J-curve effect is a phenomenon in which a depreciation of the domestic currency initially leads to a worsening of the trade balance (an increase in the trade deficit) due to a time lag in the adjustment of export and import volumes. However, in the long run, the depreciation leads to an improvement in the trade balance as exports become more competitive and imports become more expensive.

How does an appreciation of the domestic currency affect the terms of trade?

  1. The terms of trade improve.

  2. The terms of trade deteriorate.

  3. The terms of trade remain unaffected.

  4. The terms of trade become more volatile.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

An appreciation of the domestic currency makes the domestic currency stronger relative to foreign currencies. As a result, domestic goods and services become more expensive for foreign buyers, while foreign goods and services become cheaper for domestic buyers. This leads to a deterioration in the terms of trade, as the domestic country has to export more goods and services to import the same amount of foreign goods and services.

What is the Marshall-Lerner condition?

  1. The condition that the sum of the absolute values of the elasticities of demand for exports and imports must be greater than one.

  2. The condition that the sum of the absolute values of the elasticities of demand for exports and imports must be less than one.

  3. The condition that the sum of the absolute values of the elasticities of demand for exports and imports must be equal to one.

  4. The condition that the sum of the absolute values of the elasticities of demand for exports and imports must be greater than two.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Marshall-Lerner condition is a necessary condition for a country to improve its trade balance through a devaluation of its currency. It states that the sum of the absolute values of the elasticities of demand for exports and imports must be greater than one. If this condition is met, then a devaluation will lead to an improvement in the trade balance.

What is the elasticity of demand for exports?

  1. The percentage change in the quantity of exports demanded divided by the percentage change in the price of exports.

  2. The percentage change in the quantity of exports demanded divided by the percentage change in the price of imports.

  3. The percentage change in the quantity of exports demanded divided by the percentage change in the exchange rate.

  4. The percentage change in the quantity of exports demanded divided by the percentage change in the income of the importing country.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The elasticity of demand for exports measures the responsiveness of the quantity of exports demanded to changes in the price of exports. It is calculated as the percentage change in the quantity of exports demanded divided by the percentage change in the price of exports.

What is the elasticity of demand for imports?

  1. The percentage change in the quantity of imports demanded divided by the percentage change in the price of imports.

  2. The percentage change in the quantity of imports demanded divided by the percentage change in the price of exports.

  3. The percentage change in the quantity of imports demanded divided by the percentage change in the exchange rate.

  4. The percentage change in the quantity of imports demanded divided by the percentage change in the income of the importing country.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The elasticity of demand for imports measures the responsiveness of the quantity of imports demanded to changes in the price of imports. It is calculated as the percentage change in the quantity of imports demanded divided by the percentage change in the price of imports.

How does a depreciation of the domestic currency affect the real exchange rate?

  1. The real exchange rate appreciates.

  2. The real exchange rate depreciates.

  3. The real exchange rate remains unaffected.

  4. The real exchange rate becomes more volatile.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

A depreciation of the domestic currency makes the domestic currency weaker relative to foreign currencies. As a result, domestic goods and services become cheaper for foreign buyers, while foreign goods and services become more expensive for domestic buyers. This leads to a depreciation of the real exchange rate, as the domestic country can now buy more foreign goods and services with the same amount of domestic goods and services.

What is the relationship between the nominal exchange rate and the real exchange rate?

  1. The nominal exchange rate and the real exchange rate are positively correlated.

  2. The nominal exchange rate and the real exchange rate are negatively correlated.

  3. The nominal exchange rate and the real exchange rate are not correlated.

  4. The relationship between the nominal exchange rate and the real exchange rate depends on the price level.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The relationship between the nominal exchange rate and the real exchange rate depends on the price level. If the price level in the domestic country is higher than the price level in the foreign country, then a depreciation of the domestic currency will lead to a depreciation of the real exchange rate. However, if the price level in the domestic country is lower than the price level in the foreign country, then a depreciation of the domestic currency will lead to an appreciation of the real exchange rate.

How does a depreciation of the domestic currency affect the current account balance?

  1. The current account balance improves.

  2. The current account balance deteriorates.

  3. The current account balance remains unaffected.

  4. The current account balance becomes more volatile.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A depreciation of the domestic currency makes domestic goods and services cheaper for foreign buyers, while foreign goods and services become more expensive for domestic buyers. This leads to an increase in exports and a decrease in imports, resulting in an improvement in the current account balance.

How does an appreciation of the domestic currency affect the capital account balance?

  1. The capital account balance improves.

  2. The capital account balance deteriorates.

  3. The capital account balance remains unaffected.

  4. The capital account balance becomes more volatile.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

An appreciation of the domestic currency makes domestic assets more expensive for foreign investors, while foreign assets become cheaper for domestic investors. This leads to a decrease in capital inflows and an increase in capital outflows, resulting in a deterioration in the capital account balance.

What is the relationship between the exchange rate and the balance of payments?

  1. The exchange rate and the balance of payments are positively correlated.

  2. The exchange rate and the balance of payments are negatively correlated.

  3. The exchange rate and the balance of payments are not correlated.

  4. The relationship between the exchange rate and the balance of payments depends on the economic conditions.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The relationship between the exchange rate and the balance of payments depends on the economic conditions. In general, a depreciation of the domestic currency will lead to an improvement in the balance of payments, while an appreciation of the domestic currency will lead to a deterioration in the balance of payments. However, the exact relationship between the exchange rate and the balance of payments will depend on the specific economic conditions in the country.

How does a depreciation of the domestic currency affect the overall economy?

  1. The overall economy improves.

  2. The overall economy deteriorates.

  3. The overall economy remains unaffected.

  4. The overall economy becomes more volatile.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A depreciation of the domestic currency makes domestic goods and services cheaper for foreign buyers, while foreign goods and services become more expensive for domestic buyers. This leads to an increase in exports and a decrease in imports, resulting in an improvement in the trade balance. Additionally, a depreciation of the domestic currency can make the country more attractive to foreign investors, leading to an increase in capital inflows. These factors can contribute to an improvement in the overall economy.

What are some of the policy tools that governments can use to influence the exchange rate?

  1. Interest rate policy

  2. Fiscal policy

  3. Foreign exchange intervention

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Governments can use a variety of policy tools to influence the exchange rate, including interest rate policy, fiscal policy, and foreign exchange intervention. Interest rate policy can be used to make the domestic currency more or less attractive to foreign investors, while fiscal policy can be used to affect the demand for domestic goods and services. Foreign exchange intervention involves buying or selling foreign currency in the foreign exchange market in order to influence the exchange rate.

What are some of the challenges that governments face in managing the exchange rate?

  1. The exchange rate is difficult to predict.

  2. The exchange rate is affected by a variety of factors beyond the government's control.

  3. The exchange rate can be volatile.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Governments face a number of challenges in managing the exchange rate. The exchange rate is difficult to predict, as it is affected by a variety of factors beyond the government's control, such as economic conditions in other countries, political events, and natural disasters. Additionally, the exchange rate can be volatile, making it difficult for governments to maintain a stable exchange rate.

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