China's October Imports Show Strength of Economy

The video discusses China's trade surplus, highlighting import and export growth rates and their linkage. It predicts trade surplus figures and examines the US-China trade balance, noting political implications. The data suggests China's economy is becoming more balanced, though the US trade deficit remains unchanged.

What was the percentage increase in imports from a year earlier, reflecting strong domestic demand?

• 15.3%

• 17.2%

• 19.5%

• 20.1%

What is the expected trade surplus figure mentioned in the second section?

• 45 billion

• 42 billion

• 39 billion

• 36 billion

What is the significance of the PPI data mentioned in the second section?

• It influences the import engine.

• It determines the trade surplus.

• It affects the export numbers.

• It impacts domestic demand.

How does the U.S.-China trade surplus in 2017 compare to 2016?

• It is about 10% below.

• It is about 20% below.

• It is about 30% below.

• It is about 40% below.

What is Donald Trump's stance on the U.S.-China trade deficit as mentioned in the final section?

• He believes it is fair.

• He thinks it is balanced.

• He considers it insignificant.

• He views it as unfair.