The U.S. current account deficit improved slightly from 2007 to 2010 because

A) spending on imports fell due to an overall fall in consumption.
B) state, local, and federal government budget deficits increased.
C) worldwide economic growth spurred U.S. exports.
D) capital controls restricted capital inflow.

A

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