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question 21

Multiple Choice

When the Fed eases U.S. monetary policy, domestic interest rates ________, making U.S. assets relatively less attractive to foreign investors, and ________ the equilibrium exchange rate.

• A)rise; increasing
• B)fall; increasing
• C)fall; decreasing
• D)rise; decreasing

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Definitions:

Closely Held

Refers to a company that has a small group of controlling shareholders, with limited public trade of its shares.

Borrow

To receive something of value with the promise to return it or its equivalent to the lender at a later date.

Bond Issue

The process by which a borrower issues bonds to lenders or investors to raise capital under specified terms.

Coupon

Coupon refers to the interest payment associated with a bond or fixed-income security, typically expressed as a percentage of the bond's face value and paid at regular intervals.