What was the percentage change in net foreign direct investments in Germany between 2019 and 2020, considering that in 2019 they were 45,600 million euros and in 2020 they were 42,300 million euros?
option_A: -7.2%
option_B: -7.5%
option_C: -6.8%
option_D: -7.0%
option_E: None of the above
explanation: To calculate the percentage change, first determine the difference between 2020 and 2019: 42,300 - 45,600 = -3,300 million. Then divide this difference by the initial value of 2019: -3,300 / 45,600 = -0.0723. Finally, convert to a percentage: -0.0723 × 100 = -7.23%, which is rounded to -7.2%.
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