One reason a country might choose to manipulate their currency to make it cheaper is
A) a devalued currency means domestic consumers can buy more from abroad.
B) cheaper currency would boost exports and economic growth.
C) it would please lenders at the International Monetary Fund.
D) making one's currency cheaper increases its role as a reserve currency.
E) such a move would increase interest payments on debt.
B
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