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What is used to determine the value of one currency against another

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FOREIGN EXCHANGE RATE

Step-by-step explanation:

Foreign Exchange Rate is the rate at which two currencies are exchanged for each other .

It can also be refferered to as price of one currency in terms of other currency

Eg : 1$ = Rs 50

If exchange rate increases , it means the value of currency in terms of other currency has worsened -The currency has depreciated / devalued . Eg : 1$ = Rs 60

If exchange rate falls , it means the value of currency in terms of other currency has improved - The currency has appreciated / revalued . Eg : 1$ = Rs 40

Foreign Exchange Rate determination system can be :

Fixed / Pegged System : Exchange rate fixed by government . Forex rate change in it is called - devaluation , revaluation

Flexible / Floating System : Exchange rate freely determined as per forex demand & supply . Forex rate change in it is called depreciation , appreciation.

Foreign Exchange Markets can be :

Spot Market - Exchange takes place immidiately as per prevailing exchange rate

Forward Market - Exchange takes place on later specified date at a predetermined rate

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