Which one of the following will not directly affect the U.S. balance on the current account?
A) an increase in U.S. goods imports
B) a decrease in U.S. net investment income
C) an increase in U.S. purchases of assets abroad
D) an increase in U.S. imports of services

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The U.S. balance on the current account includes trade in goods and services, net income on investments, and net transfer payments, but not purchases of assets abroad, which are recorded in the financial account.

Which One of the Following Will Not Directly Affect the U.S