A current account deficit means that: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A current account deficit means that:
A. exports of goods and services exceed imports
B. capital inflows exceed outflows
C. imports of goods, services and income exceed exports
D. foreign exchange reserves increase
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
A current account deficit occurs when imports of goods, services and income exceed exports.

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Practice More Economy Set 1 Questions

Question #1
A firm should shut down in the short run if price is less than:
A. average fixed cost
B. average total cost
C. marginal cost
D. average variable cost

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
In the short run, a firm shuts down if price is less than average variable cost.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #2
In the context of behavioural economics, 'Default Effects' demonstrate that:
A. The option that is pre-selected for individuals has a disproportionately large influence on choices
B. People always opt out of defaults
C. Defaults have no effect on behaviour
D. Only active choices matter

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Default effects show that the pre-set option exerts a strong influence on behaviour; many people stick with the default even when opting out is easy, making defaults a powerful policy tool.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #3
In the context of economic reforms, 'Disinvestment' involves:
A. Sale of government equity in public sector enterprises
B. Nationalisation of private firms
C. Increasing government stake in public sector enterprises
D. Complete closure of all public enterprises

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Disinvestment refers to the sale of government-held shares in public sector enterprises to private investors or the public, thereby reducing the government's ownership stake.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1