How do changes in the interest rates set by a central bank influence the exchange rates between currencies in the short term and long term? Discuss the potential mechanisms through which these changes can affect international trade balances and capital flows, and consider any possible lag effects in these responses.

How do changes in the interest rates set by a central bank influence the exchange rates between currencies in the short term and long term? Discuss the potential mechanisms through which these changes can affect international trade balances and capital flows, and consider any possible lag effects in these responses.

ENGR.ECONOMIC ANALYSIS

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Chapter1: Making Economics Decisions

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