Which one of the following, other things equal, will directly alter the U.S. balance of trade?

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A decrease in U.S. goods exports will directly lower the value of exports, which is a component of the balance of trade. The balance on capital account (A) refers to the value of financial transactions between the U.S. and other countries, and does not directly affect the balance of trade. Net transfers (C) refer to government and private transfers, such as foreign aid and remittances, which are typically small relative to the value of exports and imports. A decrease in U.S. purchases of assets abroad (D) would affect the balance of payments, but not necessarily the balance of trade.

Which One of the Following, Other Things Equal, Will Directly