List and Discuss the Three Tools Available to the Federal

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Essay

List and discuss the three tools available to the Federal Reserve System.

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Definitions:

Gross Profit

The difference between sales revenue and the cost of goods sold before deducting overhead, payroll, taxes, and interest payments.

Operating Expenses

Costs associated with the day-to-day operations of a business, including rent, utilities, salaries, and office supplies.

Sales Revenue

The income received from selling goods or services over a given period of time before any deductions are made for costs or expenses.

Other Expenses

Expenses that are not directly tied to the production of goods or services but are necessary for the overall operation of the business.