In a gold standard system, a balance of payments deficit would tend to lead to a lower price level and a fall in GDP.

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Under a gold standard, a balance of payments deficit would result in gold flowing out of the country, reducing the money supply. This reduction in money supply would lead to lower prices (deflation) and could also result in a decrease in GDP due to reduced spending and investment.

In a Gold Standard System, a Balance of Payments Deficit