The Standard Discussion of Monetary Policy Is Based on the Assumption

question 59

Multiple Choice

The standard discussion of monetary policy is based on the assumption that the:

• A)entire yield curve shifts up when the Fed sells government bonds.
• B)entire yield curve shifts down when the Fed sells government bonds.
• C)yield curve becomes inverted when the Fed buys government bonds.
• D)yield curve becomes steeper when the Fed buys government bonds.

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