How would each of the following be likely to affect the value of the dollar, all else being equal? Explain. (LO2)

a. U.S. stocks are perceived as having become much riskier financial investments.

b. European computer firms switch from U.S.-produced software to software produced in India, Israel, and other nations.

c. As East Asian economies grow, international financial investors become aware of many new high-return investment opportunities in the region.

d. The U.S. government imposes a large tariff on imported automobiles.

e. The Federal Reserve reports that it is less concerned about inflation and more concerned about an impending recession in the United States.

f. The European Central Bank becomes less concerned about European inflation and more concerned about an impending recession in Europe.