If the Fed Follows the Taylor Rule and the Economy

question 15

Multiple Choice

If the Fed follows the Taylor rule and the economy goes into a recession, the Fed would

• A) lower the federal funds rate.
• B) reduce tax rates.
• C) increase government expenditures.
• D) None of the above answers are correct.

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