The Bretton Woods System Established at the End of World

question 35

Multiple Choice

The Bretton Woods system established at the end of World War II included all but which of the following?

• A)Free trade
• B)Open markets
• C)A global currency
• D)Monetary stability
• E)Strong leadership role for the United States

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Federal Reserve

The Federal Reserve is the central banking system of the United States, responsible for monetary policy, regulation of financial institutions, and stability of the financial system.

Interest Rates

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Aggregate Demand

The overall desire for goods and services within an economy, identified at a given price level and during a specified timeframe.

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