Which Action Is the Federal Reserve MOST Likely to Take

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which action is the Federal Reserve MOST likely to take to curb inflation?

• A) lower the discount rate
• B) lower reserve requirements
• C) raise taxes
• D) sell securities in the open market

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