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Measuring international trade
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What does the balance of trade specifically measure?

The difference in visible exports & imports

Which formula correctly calculates the balance of trade?

Visible exports - Visible imports

When does a trade surplus occur?

When visible exports exceed visible imports

Which of these is an example of invisible trade?

Tourism services

How is the balance of invisible trade calculated?

Invisible exports - Invisible imports

Which formula shows the balance of payments using two components?

Balance of trade + Balance of invisible trade

What is a benefit of having a balance of payments surplus?

Government can reduce national debt

What problem does a balance of payments deficit create?

Government may need to borrow money

What is import substitution as a method to reduce a deficit?

Buying Irish-made products instead of foreign

Given: Visible exports €214m, imports €230m. What is the balance of trade?

-€16m (deficit)

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