Historical note: Until 1975, the United States' balance of trade was characterized by

a. moderate deficits
b. huge deficits
c. moderate surpluses
d. high volatility, that is, dramatic ups and downs (positives and negatives)
e. zero balance or equilibrium

C

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Other things constant, what is the outcome of expansionary fiscal policies on employment, inflation, real output, and deficits in the short-run?

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