direct exchange rate means price of 1 pound is expressed in dollars
Using the regression equation we see=0.02+0.8*1.5%+0.6*0.7%=3.6200%
Spot rate for this quarter=1.20*(1+3.6200%)=1.24344 dollars
7. Assume you believe the relationship between the U.S. dollar and British pound is driven by...
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