1.   Its drop raised the dollar cost of German exports on the world market, robbing the economy of a key prop.

2.   The drop raised concern silver is being withdrawn from stockpiles to meet demand from jewelry and photographic film makers.

3.   The drop also raises questions.

4.   The drop in crime raises a question about how long the city needs to keep paramilitary patrols on the streets.

5.   The drop raised concern that an unexpected disruption in production could leave refiners hard-pressed to secure alternate supply.

6.   The steady drop in inventories raised concern that coffee imports from Latin American harvests will be insufficient to replenish supplies.

7.   In focusing on the problems facing many countries in Asia, the market drop raised the question of how long worldwide economic growth can continue without some significant disruptions.

8.   Its recent drop has raised some concerns that there was more than just a normal correction under way.

9.   The drop raised anew speculation that the Fed might be tempted to cut interest rates when it meets in August.