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Inflation Differentials and Price Ratios
Consider two countries, A (domestic) and B (foreign). If Country A experiences an annual inflation rate of 7% while Country B experiences an annual inflation rate of 3%, what is the expected effect on the price ratio between the two countries (P_A / P_B) over time? Explain your reasoning.
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