How Does the Fed Intervene in the Foreign Exchange Market

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Essay

How does the Fed intervene in the foreign exchange market and what the effects are of the Fed's actions?

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Definitions:

Political Process Theory

A theory in sociology that emphasizes the importance of political conditions in the development and outcomes of social movements.

Relative Deprivation Theory

A sociological theory suggesting individuals evaluate their wealth and social status in relation to others, feeling deprived if they perceive themselves as having less.

Value-Added Theory

A sociological theory that views social movements as having layered, accumulative causes such as structural strain, growth and spread of a solution, and the lack of social control.

Mass Society Theory

A sociological theory suggesting that mass media and industrialization lead to a loss of traditional social ties, creating a mass of isolated individuals.