Consequences of Terms of Trade Flashcards

1
Q

What two things are impacted by changes in TOT?

A

living standards
competitiveness

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2
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Living standards

A

deterioration - imports more expensive - decrease living standards

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3
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Competitiveness

A

deterioration - exports cheaper - increase competitiveness
(increase employment, real GDP, and reduced current account def)

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