Discuss why the demand and/or supply of a currency would shift, and the impact this would have on equilibrium exchange rates.  In your examples include changes in expectations about future exchange rates, differences across countries in rates of return, changes in relative inflation, and the effect of purchasing power parity.

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Q: What is the effect of changing interest rates on the exchange rate? Be explicit in your answer.

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Q: What are the benefits of having a fixed exchange rate?

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Q: Discuss the four main functions of foreign exchange markets for global businesses.

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Q: What is meant by the term exchange rate .

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Q: Describe the foreign exchange market and its components.

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Q: Discuss the effect of Purchasing power Parity and Interest Rate Parity on Exchange Rates

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Q: Explain how exchange rates are determined in international business

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