Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Macro Economics: Open Economy Macro Economics

Question:

The Government decreases the exchange rate in the fixed exchange rate system. What is the term used for that ?

Options:

Appreciation

Devaluation

Depreciation

Revaluation

Correct Answer:

Revaluation

Explanation:

The correct answer is option (4) : Revaluation

In a fixed exchange rate system, when some government action increases the exchange rate (thereby, making domestic currency cheaper) is called Devaluation. On the other hand, a Revaluation is said to occur, when the Government decreases the exchange rate (thereby, making domestic currency costlier) in a fixed exchange rate system.

Appreciation: This refers to an increase in the value of a currency in a floating exchange rate system or under a fixed exchange rate regime if the currency is strengthened by market forces.

Depreciation: This generally refers to a decrease in the value of a currency in a floating exchange rate system due to market forces.