AP Macroeconomics Flashcards: Interest Rates And International Capital Flows

Study Interest Rates And International Capital Flows in AP Macroeconomics with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

QUESTION

Which option describes capital flight?

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ANSWER

Rapid outflow of capital from a country. Sudden massive withdrawal of funds due to economic instability.

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Based on the real interest rates shown in the table, assume both countries' bonds are risk-free and that the only difference relevant to investors is the real interest rate. Which statement best describes the likely direction of financial capital flows and the exchange-rate effect in the short run? Table 10. Real Interest Rates (Annual)

Country Z: $-0.25\%$
Country W: 1.25%

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