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General Knowledge · Q150

Indian Economy

Competitive Exams · General Knowledge · question 150

Q150

Devaluation of currency leads to

A.
fall in domestic prices
B.
increase in domestic prices
Answer
C.
no impact on domestic prices
D.
erratic fluctuations in domestic prices

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Devaluation is the decision to reduce the value of a currency in a fixed exchange rate. A devaluation means that the value of the currency falls. Domestic residents will find imports and foreign travel more expensive. However domestic exports will benefit from their exports becoming cheaper.