Assume that Brazil and Mexico have floating exchange rates. All else held constant, if the price level is stable in Mexico but Brazil experiences rapid inflation then ________.

A. the Brazilian real will appreciate
B. the Brazilian real will depreciate
C. gold bullion will flow into Brazil
D. the Mexican peso will depreciate


Answer: B

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