Economists Who Are Skeptical About the Relevance of "Liquidity Traps

question 175

Multiple Choice

Economists who are skeptical about the relevance of "liquidity traps" argue that

• A)a central bank continues to have tools to stimulate the economy, even after its interest rate target hits its lower bound of zero.
• B)a central bank continues to have the option of committing itself to future monetary contraction, even after its interest rate target hits its lower bound of zero.
• C)a central bank can greatly reduce the likelihood of a liquidity trap by setting the target rate of inflation at zero.
• D)while the concept of a liquidity trap is theoretically possible, nothing resembling a liquidity trap ever has been observed in the real world.

Recognize different financial products and services, such as lines of credit and investment accounts.

Realize the importance and utility of the internet in monitoring investment prices.

Identify the necessity of ongoing evaluation and record-keeping in investment management.

Grasp the role of employer-sponsored retirement programs in personal finance.

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