Which of the Following Best Describes the Federal Reserve

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the Federal Reserve?

• A) A partner with the U.S. Congress in determining economic volatility
• B) A source of economic decision-making power in the U.S. government largely independent of the three branches of government
• C) A division of the Office of Management and Budget
• D) A resource for college loans and home loans
• E) A diplomatic arm of the U.S. government that focuses on the foreign exchange market

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