Which of the Following Measures Did the Fed Take During

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following measures did the Fed take during the financial crisis of 2008?

• A)The Fed lowered the discount rate and paid interest on reserves held at the Fed.
• B)The Fed increased the reserve requirement ratio.
• C)The Fed sold all government securities.
• D)The Fed decreased its spending.
• E)The Fed increased the discount rate.

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