Which one of the following, other things equal, will directly alter the U.S. balance of trade?

A. An increase in the balance on capital account.
B. A decrease in U.S. goods exports.
C. An increase in net transfers.
D. A decrease in U.S. purchases of assets abroad.

B. A decrease in U.S. goods exports.

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