7.4 - Deficit
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Define 'deficit' in the context of international economics.
💡 Hint: Think about the balance of payments.
What accounts are included in the balance of payments?
💡 Hint: Remember, they describe different types of transactions.
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What occurs when a country experiences a deficit?
💡 Hint: Think about the balance of payments.
True or False: A trade deficit is always harmful to a country's economy.
💡 Hint: Consider different economic conditions.
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Considering both domestic and international factors, analyze how a country can shift from having a surplus to a deficit.
💡 Hint: Reflect on what drives trade dynamics.
Evaluate the long-term effects of a persistent deficit on a country's economic growth and its relations with trading partners.
💡 Hint: Consider how economies interact and share burdens.
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