Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Macro Economics: Open Economy Macro Economics

Question:

A country exported goods worth Rs 2500 crore whereas, its imports amounted to Rs 1200 crore. The services exported were 110 crore. What will be the value of "Trade balance"?

Options:

1300 crore

1410 crore

1200 crore

2500 crore

Correct Answer:

1300 crore

Explanation:

Trade balance which is also known as balance of trade is the difference between exports and imports of VISIBLE items ONLY.

Balance of Trade = Exports - Imports

BoT = 2500 - 1200

BoT= 1300

NOTE - Export of services will not be included in this as it is not a visible item.