In 2009, QE1 Involved

question 62

Multiple Choice

In 2009, QE1 involved

• A)cutting some interest rates to below zero.
• B)the bailing out of major banks.
• C)the federal government's increased spending and tax cuts.
• D)the Fed's purchase of mortgage backed and long-term government securities.
• E)no action.

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Definitions:

Field Experiment

A study conducted in a real-world setting where the researcher manipulates one or more variables to observe the effect on a particular outcome.

Independent Variable

The factor in an experiment that is intentionally changed to observe its effect on the dependent variable.

Role Models

are individuals admired for their behaviors, qualities, or achievements, who serve as examples for others to emulate.

Behavior Modeling

A training method that involves showing learners how to perform a behavior by acting it out, often used in skill acquisition.