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Which of the following best explains why a country might intervene in the foreign exchange market to prevent excessive depreciation of its currency?

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Economic Awareness - Sectors of Indian Economy
Which of the following best explains why a country might intervene in the foreign exchange market to prevent excessive depreciation of its currency?
ATo stabilize import prices and control inflation
BTo make exports more expensive and reduce inflation
CTo encourage capital outflows and reduce foreign reserves
DTo increase exchange rate volatility and attract investment
Step-by-Step Solution
  1. Step 1: Understand reasons for intervention

    Excessive depreciation can cause import prices to rise sharply, leading to inflation.
  2. Step 2: Purpose of intervention

    Central banks intervene to stabilize the currency, thereby controlling inflation by stabilizing import prices.
  3. Final Answer:

    To stabilize import prices and control inflation → Option A
  4. Quick Check:

    Currency intervention = stabilize imports and inflation control ✅
Quick Trick: Intervention prevents inflation from rising due to imports.
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Thinking intervention aims to make exports expensive or increase volatility.
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