- in Figure 15

question 65

Multiple Choice

- In Figure 15.3,the Fed can decrease the equilibrium interest rate from 6 percent to 2 percent by

• A)Decreasing the reserve requirement.
• B)Decreasing the money supply.
• C)Selling bonds.

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