Inflation Targeting Has the Potential to Reduce the Likelihood That

question 54

Multiple Choice

Inflation targeting has the potential to reduce the likelihood that the central bank will fall into the time-inconsistency trap of trying to ________ output and employment in the short run by pursuing overly ________ monetary policy.

• A) lower; tight
• B) expand; expansionary
• C) lower; expansionary
• D) expand; tight

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Definitions:

Workforce

The total number of people employed or available for employment in a particular company, industry, or country.

Economic Times

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Corporate Buyout

The acquisition of a controlling interest in a company by another company or investor group, possibly leading to significant management changes.

Age Discrimination

The unfair treatment of individuals based on their age, particularly relevant in employment and opportunities.