The term 'Current Account Deficit' indicates: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The term 'Current Account Deficit' indicates:
A. Excess of imports of goods and services over exports
B. Excess of capital inflows over outflows
C. Excess of government expenditure over revenue
D. Surplus in the overall balance of payments
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Current Account Deficit occurs when the value of imports of goods, services and transfers exceeds the value of exports of goods, services and transfers.

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