The trade deficit has had the effect of

A) decreasing the Federal budget deficit.
B) increasing economic growth in less-developed nations.
C) increasing direct foreign investment in the United States.
D) decreasing protectionist pressure among U.S. businesses.

Trade Deficit

The economic condition that occurs when a country imports more goods and services than it exports.

Economic Growth

Economic Growth is the increase in a country's production of goods and services over time, typically measured as the percentage increase in real GDP.

Direct Foreign Investment

An investment from a company or individual in one country into the business landscape of another country, through starting new business operations or buying existing business assets.