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Question 14

The diagram below shows three supply curves (labelled SaS_aSa​, SbS_bSb​, ScS_cSc​) and three demand curves (labelled D1D_1D1​, D2D_2D2​, D3D_3D3​) for the Australian dollar (A$). The price of the Australian dollar is quoted in US dollars ($). The original equilibrium is at point X.

There is now a recession in Australia. At the same time, the USA is experiencing a consumer boom. Which point A, B, C or D will represent the new equilibrium in the market for the Australian dollar?

A supply and demand diagram for the foreign exchange market of the Australian dollar

Point A

Point B

Point C

Point D

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