A Decrease in a Broad Index of Commodity Prices Suggests

question 52

Multiple Choice

A decrease in a broad index of commodity prices suggests to the Fed that

• A) money is plentiful, and the Fed should conduct restrictive policy.
• B) money is plentiful, and the Fed should conduct expansionary policy.
• C) deflation is a potential future danger, and the Fed should conduct expansionary policy.
• D) future prices will likely increase, and the Fed should conduct expansionary policy.

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Definitions:

Tight Money Policy

A monetary policy strategy aiming to reduce the money supply in the economy to control inflation or stabilize the currency.

Interest Rates

The amount charged, expressed as a percentage of principal, by a lender to a borrower for the use of assets.

Swiss Franc

The official currency of Switzerland and Liechtenstein, known for its stability and as a safe-haven currency.

Depreciate

A decrease in the value of an asset over time, often due to wear and tear or obsolescence.