When the general price level in our economy increases, which of the following effects does NOT occur?

A. Our net exports will tend to decrease.
B. The interest rate will also tend to increase.
C. Foreign buyers will buy less of our output, and we tend to import more.
D. The purchasing power of people's savings will increase.


Answer: D

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