Disadvantage of Floating Exchange Rate System?

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ellie a asked:


Proponents of a fixed exchange rate system point out that a major drawback of a floating exchange rate is that it

is responsible for creating trade deficits.

helps eliminate the uncertainty about the value of a currency.

keeps a nation from trading fairly with other nations.

is based on the value of gold held by a nations.

leads to uncertainty about the value of goods traded internationally.

I am 100% sure its not C. Please explain your reasoning behind the answer. I am practicing questions for a quiz online.

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July 15, 2010

Tal E @ 11:25 pm #

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It’s not A because it can float down which is good for your balance of trade.

it’s not B because it increased the uncertainty of the value of the money cause it can move around

c is just nonsense

d few if any nations use a gold standard so this isn’t relevant

e your goods could become expensive or cheap in comparison to other goods.

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