The Zero Lower Bound Refers To

question 111

Multiple Choice

The zero lower bound refers to:

• A) the fact that the reserve requirement must always be greater than zero.
• B) the Federal Reserve's inability to push the nominal interest rate below zero.
• C) the Federal Reserve's goal of maintaining full employment.
• D) None of these describe the zero lower bound.

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