SSC MTS 2026 PYQ — Question 58

SSC MTS - 18 Feb 2026 - Shift 2 • English • Q58

What is foreign exchange rate?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

Correct Answer:

Option 1: It is the price of one currency in terms of another.

 

Explanation:

The foreign exchange rate is the rate at which one country's currency is converted into another country's currency. For example, if 1 dollar = 80 rupees, it means that 80 Indian rupees are available for 1 US dollar. This rate is extremely important for international trade, investment, and economic stability. It is influenced by demand and supply, economic conditions, inflation, and government policies.

 

Additional Facts:

Option 1: Correct answer.

Option 2: It is the bank interest rate.

Option 3: Import value is a different concept.

Option 4: IMF interest is a different topic.

 

Possible questions for the upcoming exam:

Question: What does the RBI do?

Answer: Currency control

Question: What is the IMF?

Answer: International organization

Question: What is currency devaluation?

Answer: Decreasing the value of a currency

Question: What does the exchange rate depend on?

Answer: Demand and supply