During most of the 1980s, 1990s, and 2000s the U.S. has had a_________ current account balance and a _________capital and financial account balance.

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The U.S. has had a negative current account balance for most of the 1980s, 1990s, and 2000s, meaning it has imported more goods and services than it has exported. However, it has had a positive capital and financial account balance during this time, meaning it has been a net lender to the rest of the world. This is due to factors such as foreign investment in U.S. assets and the use of the U.S. dollar as a global reserve currency.

During Most of the 1980s, 1990s, and 2000s the U