Question: The real exchange rate (RE) is defined as the nominal exchange rate (NE) times the ratio of the domestic price to foreign price. Thus, RE
REUS = NEUS (USCPI/UKCPI)
a. From the data given in Table 1-3 of Problem 1.7, compute REUS.
b. Using a regression package you are familiar with, estimate the following regression:
NEUS = B1 + B2REUS + u (1)
c. A priori, what do you expect the relationship between the nominal and real exchange rates to be? You may want to read up on the purchasing power parity (PPP) theory from any text on international trade or macroeconomics.
d. Are the a priori expectations supported by your regression results? If not, what might be the reason?
*e. Run regression (1) in the following alternative form:
In NEUS = A1 + A2In REUS + u (2)
where In stands for the natural logarithm, that is, log to the base e. Interpret the results of this regression. Are the results from regressions (1) and (2) qualitatively the same?
Step by Step Solution
3.53 Rating (184 Votes )
There are 3 Steps involved in it
a This is straightforward b N US 00088 11274 RE US c Positive d Yes e In N ... View full answer
Get step-by-step solutions from verified subject matter experts
Document Format (1 attachment)
849-M-E-E-A (182).docx
120 KBs Word File
