(a) Identify several perspectives that explain why the export sector remains so crucial to the
United States and other developed economies.
(b) In 2009 U.S. households were not even buying a toaster when it wore out. Which economies
that are major trading partners of the United States are presently in slowdowns?
How long do you think that situation will last?
(c) Which companies are the U.S.’s leading exporters likely to be hurt by a strong US Dollar?
