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Which countries are included in the G7 group?
Which countries are included in the G7 group?
- Russia, South Africa, Mexico, Indonesia
- Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, United Kingdom, United States (correct)
- Australia, Brazil, China, India
- Argentina, Chile, Peru, Colombia
What is the total number of IMF member-countries?
What is the total number of IMF member-countries?
- 189 (correct)
- 200
- 170
- 150
What was a significant response to the 2008 Global Financial Crisis?
What was a significant response to the 2008 Global Financial Crisis?
- Global interest rates were increased significantly
- Massive sums were injected into national economies (correct)
- National governments imposed stricter immigration laws
- Countries ceased all international trade
What are the IMF funding conditions linked to?
What are the IMF funding conditions linked to?
What does the 2008 Global Financial Crisis highlight the importance of?
What does the 2008 Global Financial Crisis highlight the importance of?
What role does the International Monetary Fund (IMF) play among major industrial countries?
What role does the International Monetary Fund (IMF) play among major industrial countries?
Which of the following statements accurately reflects an IMF policy regarding funding?
Which of the following statements accurately reflects an IMF policy regarding funding?
What action was NOT commonly taken by countries in response to the 2008 Global Financial Crisis?
What action was NOT commonly taken by countries in response to the 2008 Global Financial Crisis?
During the 2008 Global Financial Crisis, which institution was involved alongside national governments?
During the 2008 Global Financial Crisis, which institution was involved alongside national governments?
Which of the following aspects became apparent as a lesson from the 2008 Global Financial Crisis?
Which of the following aspects became apparent as a lesson from the 2008 Global Financial Crisis?
Flashcards
IMF Policy Coordination
IMF Policy Coordination
The IMF encourages major economies to work together on policies, especially in times of global crisis.
G7 (now G20)
G7 (now G20)
A group of the world's wealthiest and most influential countries. They aim to coordinate economic policies and address global issues.
Conditional IMF Funding
Conditional IMF Funding
The IMF offers financial assistance to member countries in need, but only if they agree to make certain policy changes.
Global Financial Crisis
Global Financial Crisis
A sudden and severe downturn in the global financial system. This can lead to problems in banks, stock markets, and businesses.
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Financial Regulation
Financial Regulation
Rules and guidelines put in place to make sure financial institutions act responsibly and transparently.
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Corrective Measures in a Global Financial Crisis
Corrective Measures in a Global Financial Crisis
Measures taken by governments, the IMF, and the World Bank to address economic crises. Examples include providing financial aid and injecting money into national economies.
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International Monetary Fund (IMF)
- IMF facilitates policy coordination among major industrial countries (G7, now G20).
- G7/G20 includes Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, UK, and US.
- The IMF has 189 member countries.
- IMF funding is conditional and linked to the member's progress in implementing policies.
2008 Global Financial Crisis Response
- National governments, IMF, and World Bank implemented corrective measures, including massive economic injections and aid packages.
- Some countries implemented trade and investment restrictions.
- The crisis highlighted the need for strong financial system regulation, transparency, and supervision.
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