Based on the data provided, it can be concluded that

A

absolute value of foreign equity inflows in 1998 was higher than that in 1997 for both Thailand and South Korea)

B

absolute value of foreign equity inflows was higher in 1998 for Thailand and lower for China than the corresponding values in 1997.

C

absolute value of foreign equity inflows was lower in 1998 for both India and China than the corresponding values in 1997.

D

none of the above can be inferred,