Explain, with the aid of a graph, what will happen to the rand/dollar exchange rate and the equilibrium quantity of dollars if South African exports to the United States increase. (In your answer, also comment on the effect on the current account of the balance of payments as well as on the level of domestic prices.)

Explain, with the aid of a graph, what will happen to the rand/dollar exchange rate and the equilibrium quantity of dollars if South African exports to the United States increase. (In your answer, also comment on the effect on the current account of the balance of payments as well as on the level of domestic prices.)

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