Which of the Following Factors Would Be Most Likely to Lead

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which of the following factors would be most likely to lead to an increase in nominal interest rates?

• A) Households reduce their consumption and increase their savings.
• B) A new technology like the Internet has just been introduced,and it increases investment opportunities.
• C) There is a decrease in expected inflation.
• D) The economy falls into a recession.
• E) The Federal Reserve decides to try to stimulate the economy.

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