Which of the following is used to measure the degree of openness of an economy? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is used to measure the degree of openness of an economy?
A. Money supply growth rate
B. Unemployment rate
C. Fiscal deficit as a percentage of GDP
D. Share of exports and imports in GDP
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The degree of openness is commonly measured by the ratio of total trade (exports + imports) to GDP, reflecting integration with the global economy.

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