The larger the percentage of U.S. imports already priced in dollars, the less likely depreciation in the U.S. dollar will be to:
a. decrease prices of imports.
b. increase prices of imports.
c. limit trade imbalances.
d. increase trade with third-party nations.
Ans: b. increase prices of imports.
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