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Which of the following statements is true. If exchange rate changes from $1 = Rs 72 to Rs 81.

A. Import will fall

B. Import will rise

C. Exports will rise

D. National Income will rise

E. National Income will fall

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Solution

Correct Option: 2

A change from $1 = Rs 72 to Rs 81 is depreciation of the rupee. Imports become costlier, so imports fall (A). Exports become cheaper for foreigners, so exports rise (C). Higher net exports raise aggregate demand, so national income rises (D). Hence A, C and D only.

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