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Explain the current economic situation in Venezuela.
Explain the current economic situation in Venezuela.
Venezuela is experiencing its worst economic crisis with a high inflation rate, unstable exchange rate, shortages of food and medicine, and a significant national debt.
What has contributed to the economic crisis in Venezuela?
What has contributed to the economic crisis in Venezuela?
The decline in oil revenues has led to a shortage of goods, and the government's attempts to ration food and set prices have further exacerbated the situation.
What are some of the challenges faced by the Venezuelan government?
What are some of the challenges faced by the Venezuelan government?
The government is losing money quickly, facing shortages of food and medicine, and estimated to have a significant debt of $7.2 billion.
What is the approximate inflation rate in Venezuela during its worst economic crisis?
What is the approximate inflation rate in Venezuela during its worst economic crisis?
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What is the estimated debt of Venezuela during its worst economic crisis?
What is the estimated debt of Venezuela during its worst economic crisis?
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What has led to shortages of food and medicine in Venezuela during its worst economic crisis?
What has led to shortages of food and medicine in Venezuela during its worst economic crisis?
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What is the primary cause of Venezuela's worst economic crisis?
What is the primary cause of Venezuela's worst economic crisis?
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Why has the government of Venezuela tried to ration food and set prices?
Why has the government of Venezuela tried to ration food and set prices?
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What is a major consequence of Venezuela's inflation rate exceeding 400%?
What is a major consequence of Venezuela's inflation rate exceeding 400%?
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