Question

Assume that the level of capital flows between the U.S. and the country of Krendo is negligible (close to zero) and will continue to be negligible. There is a substantial amount of trade between the U.S. and the country of Krendo and no capital flows. Thus, the inflation effect will be _____ than the interest rate effect in influencing the exchanger rate of Krendo against U.S. dollar.

Answer 1

Answer:

Stronger

Explanation:

Given that inflation affects trade flows, as the higher price of commodities have negative impacts on exports rates. Thus, all things being equal, it is expected that high inflation should cause downward pressure on the exchanger rate of Krendo.

Hence, the inflation effect will be STRONGER than the interest rate effect in influencing the exchanger rate of Krendo against the U.S. dollar.