The "Invisible Hand" Refers to

question 5

Multiple Choice

The "invisible hand" refers to

• A)how central planners made economic decisions.
• B)how the decisions of households and firms lead to desirable market outcomes.
• C)the control that large firms have over the economy.
• D)government regulations without which the economy would be less efficient.

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Definitions:

Primary Reserves

Primary reserves are liquid assets held by banks to meet short-term obligations and regulatory requirements, including cash and balances with the central bank.

Monetary Policy

Actions taken by a central bank to control the money supply and interest rates in order to influence economic conditions, such as inflation and employment.

Ben Bernanke

A prominent American economist who served as the Chairman of the Federal Reserve from 2006 to 2014, known for his policies during the financial crisis of 2008.

Banging The Gong

A ceremonial act of ringing a gong, often used to signify the opening or closing of trading on a stock exchange.