Monetary Policy Authorities Can Only Affect the Real Economy, If

question 46

Multiple Choice

Monetary policy authorities can only affect the real economy, if:

• A)their actions are anticipated by the public.
• B)their actions are consistent and predictable.
• C)their actions are fully communicated to the public.
• D)their actions systematically fool the public.

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