The Federal Reserve Tends to Take Actions to Increase Interest

question 65

True/False

The Federal Reserve tends to take actions to increase interest rates when the economy is very strong and to decrease rates when the economy is weak.

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Definitions:

Neurons

Special cells within the nervous system that communicate information via electrical and chemical signals.

Cerebellum

A part of the brain at the back of the skull in vertebrates, which is responsible for coordinating and regulating muscular activity.

Amygdala

A region of the brain involved in experiencing emotions, notably fear and pleasure, and in forming emotional memories.

Neuroplasticity

The ability within the brain to constantly change both the structure and function of many cells in response to experience or trauma.